Tallinn
Situated on a bay in north Estonia, on the shore of the Gulf of Finland of the Baltic Sea, it has a population of 461,000 (as of 2025) and administratively lies in the Harju county.
Tallinn has a highly diversified economy with particular strengths in information technology, tourism and logistics. More than half of Estonia’s GDP is created in Tallinn.
tallinn urban environment and public works department
The Tallinn Environment and Public Utilities Department (KEKO) is responsible for ensuring the quality of the city’s living environment and the smooth functioning of everyday services.
The department’s work has a visible impact – from maintaining roads and streets, street lighting, and greenery to managing parks, waste, and the development of urban spaces.
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KEKO contributes daily to shaping and maintaining the environment experienced by residents and visitors of Tallinn – whether through a walk in the park, smooth traffic solutions, or a clean urban setting.
KEKO’s areas of activity range from strategic development plans to practical day-to-day operations. In cooperation with city districts, partners, and communities, we implement the goals of the green transition, develop bicycle paths, create new green areas, take care of street trees and flower beds, and organize snow removal and waste collection.
Meet the team:
– Liina-Liis Urke, project manager
– Joan Tähven Vene, lighting design project manager
– Aksel Johannes Part, project manager
The Old Town of Tallinn is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Photos: © City of Tallinn – Kaupo Kalda