Green city
Green Deal vision for environmental and climate issues.
Reykjavík is a flourishing, enjoyable, and healthy city that will be carbon neutral by 2040.
Below, you can see the main goals for environmental and climate issues in Reykjavík by 2030.
Environmental goals
- 1. Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions | Green Deal Carbon-neutral city by 2040 and adaptation to climate change.
- 2. Increased carbon sequestration and enhancement of green areas | Green Deal Increased cultivation, utilization, and connection between green spaces.
- 3. The City adapted to the impacts of climate change | Green Deal Fighting climate change while adapting to its effects.
- 4. Improved access to healthy outdoor recreational options and food | Green Deal Emphasis on public health objectives and increased urban living.
- 5. Sustainable transportation | Green Deal Investment in transport infrastructure based on green and diverse principles.
1. Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
Reykjavík City aims to become carbon neutral by 2040, while making sure the changes needed to address climate change are made in an environmentally friendly and people-centered way.
2. Increased carbon sequestration and enhancement of green areas
The City's goals for enhancing carbon sequestration and green spaces by 2030 include increased cultivation, utilization, and connectivity between green spaces.
3. The city adapted to the impacts of climate change
Reykjavík City's goals for adapting to the impacts of climate change by 2030 involve both combating climate change and adapting to it.
4. Improved access to healthy recreational options and food
Reykjavík City aims to improve access to healthy outdoor activities and food by 2030. The focus is on public health and increased urban farming.
5. Green transportation
The City's investment objectives in transportation infrastructure by 2030 aim for green and diverse solutions.
