Helsinki-Uusimaa aims to become the happiest, most innovative and environmentally smartest region in Europe
The Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Programme sets the direction for the region’s development over the coming years. The programme, covering the period 2026–2029, defines key development objectives and outlines a long-term vision for 2050.
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Vision and priorities of the Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Programme
Helsinki-Uusimaa’s vision for 2050 is to be ‘the happiest, most innovative and environmentally smartest region in Europe’. It outlines the region’s opportunities and key success factors, and guides the allocation of regional project funding. The programme also serves as the Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council’s strategy and guides its advocacy work. The programme’s priorities and objectives support this vision.
Priority 1: Environmentally smart Helsinki-Uusimaa
Main objective: Europe’s most environmentally smart region
Objectives:
- Nature-positive Helsinki-Uusimaa
- A carbon-negative circular economy society
- A climate-resilient region
Priority 2: Innovative Helsinki-Uusimaa
Main objective: Europe’s most innovative region
Objectives:
- A driving force for innovation in Europe
- Vitality and investment through networks
- A region for talent
Priority 3: Happy Helsinki-Uusimaa
Main objective: Europe’s most liveable region
Objectives:
- A diverse metropolitan region
- A good region to integrate into
- Work and wellbeing for young people
The Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Programme also includes smart specialisation priorities that guide research, development and innovation activities.
Inquiries
Outi Ervasti
Economic Development Manager
Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council
tel. +358 40 721 213
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Rosa Tuomi
Senior Adviser
tel. +358 50 563 0375
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