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3.1. Sustainable urban structure

Image: Espoon kaupunki / Heidi-Hanna Karhu

The City of Espoo is growing constantly, which is why the sustainability of the growth must be ensured to reach the carbon neutrality goal.

Zoning is used to steer construction to existing centres and good transport links in a way that supplements the urban structure. The planning aims to encourage walking, cycling and public transport, and to conserve the city's carbon sinks.