The Circular Economy in Tallinn, Estonia
As a European Green Capital 2023, Tallinn has a unique momentum to set the foundations for its transition from a linear to a circular economy. The newly created Circular Economy Department in the city administration is a signal of this transformation. The city conceives the circular economy as a means to advance environmental goals while generating opportunities for job creation and stimulating innovation through a systems approach. This report summarises the findings from a 20-month policy dialogue between the OECD, the city of Tallinn and stakeholders from public, private and non-profit sectors. It provides the main components of existing circular economy initiatives promoted in Estonia and in the city of Tallinn, key challenges and policy recommendations to help the city develop its long-term vision on the circular economy, setting targets for the future.
Drivers for the circular transition in Tallinn, Estonia
This chapter provides an overview of the rationale for the circular economy transition in the city of Tallinn, Estonia, by looking at the main socio-economic and environmental data and trends that have an impact on resource management, including population growth. The circular economy can play a key role in the building and maintenance of infrastructure and housing, as well as in shifting towards sustainable production and consumption patterns while lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in key sectors such as buildings, transport and energy. The city of Tallinn conceives the circular economy as a means to contribute to environmental goals while creating opportunities for jobs and stimulating innovation through a systems approach. The city aims to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, as set by the Tallinn 2035 Development Strategy and reported in the Tallinn Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan 2030.
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