Substantial and sustainable investments in public transport infrastructure and urban development 

This article series presents cases of innovations built here in Espoo that strive for a better tomorrow for all.

Espoo is the fastest-growing city in Finland. We facilitate growth with an investment program that surpasses all other Finnish cities except Helsinki. 2030 Climate Neutrality Investment Plan, developed in 2023 in the context of European Mission for 100 Climate-neutral and Smart Cities, identifies key investments supporting the city’s ambitious climate goal. To ensure sustainable growth, most investments are directed toward new public transport infrastructure and the development of urban structures and services along new rail lines: the West Metro, the Jokeri Light Rail, and the Espoo City Rail Link that are among the largest public transport investments in the capital region in the 2010s and 2020s. Espoo continues to develop housing and build municipal infrastructure around the new metro station areas to serve new residents and public transport customers, with support from the European Investment Bank (EIB).

The Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (HSL), a joint manager of public transport in the metropolitan area, is increasing the number of electric buses. Investments are also being made in the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in public transport.