Riihimäki's greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 6 percent from 2022 to 2023

Riihimäki's greenhouse gas emissions are on a downward trend. Emissions decreased by 6 percent from 2022 to 2023. According to preliminary data, greenhouse gas emissions will decrease by approximately 4 percent from 2023 to 2024. The City of Riihimäki monitors the development of greenhouse gas emissions annually using the CO2 report produced by Sitowise.

The direction is right, but the pace should accelerate

The city of Riihimäki aims to be emission-free by 2050. The goal is shared by all municipalities in the Fisu network (Finnish Sustainable Communities). The Riihimäki city council has approved an interim target of an 2030 percent reduction compared to 80 emissions for 2007. In the city strategy, this interim target is broken down into annual reduction needs of approximately 10 percent.

“We have not achieved a ten percent reduction in three years of monitoring. The direction is right, but the pace is slower than expected. The goal is challenging and requires not only the city's actions but also national measures, for example to reduce traffic emissions,” says the city's environmental expert Jenni Takala.

Riihimäki's emissions include all activities taking place in the area, including emissions from highway traffic passing through the city.

The city offers many opportunities for sustainable choices

The city of Riihimäki has taken several measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which will help city residents live a good everyday life in a compact city. Public transport and city bikes increase the city's environmentally friendly mobility opportunities by 15%. The recycling center accepts and sells usable goods. You can borrow books, sports and hiking equipment, and musical instruments from the library. All of the city's properties use renewable electricity and six buildings have a solar power system on the roof. The circular economy is taught in comprehensive schools, supported by responsible teachers.

Everyone can do their part to combat climate change. You can improve the energy efficiency of your home, walk or cycle whenever possible, eat less meat and more vegetables, borrow and repair instead of buying, and recycle waste. You can read easy steps and tips for a sustainable lifestyle on the city's website. Sustainable life and eco-life.

Climate change brings heavy rains and drastic temperature fluctuations

The risks of climate change have materialized around the world, bringing with them heavy rains, floods, hurricanes, extreme droughts and forest fires. The effects of climate change are also visible in Finland. The climate in Finland is warming three times faster than the global average due to its northern location.

Climate change has also brought drastic temperature fluctuations and changes in precipitation in Riihimäki. According to forecasts, the amount of water and snow falling at one time will also increase in the near future.

The Vitality Committee received the CO2 report for its meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

Riihimäki greenhouse gas emissions website

Riihimäki CO2 report 2025

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