Welcome to Vaasa, the European Green Leaf City 2026!

Welcome to Vaasa, the European Green Leaf City 2026!

Vaasa green leaf

The City of Vaasa and the Green Leaf Secretariat are delighted to welcome you to Vaasa, the European Green Leaf City 2026, on 18-20 March!

Making a Difference Makse us Happy – Vaasa EnergyWeek goes Green Leaf 2026.

Vaasa EnergyWeek brings together sustainability enthusiasts from around the world to share knowledge, explore inspiring cases, expand networks, and spark new business opportunities.

Programme

Thursday, 19 March 2026

  • 09:00 Green Leaf City Vaasa 2026 - Leading the Urban Energy Transition
    Official International Opening ceremony of the Vaasa Green Leaf year 2026
  • 11:00 Navigating the EU’s Next Framework for Urban Innovation
    A session with European policy experts explores key directions shaping the upcoming EU Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).
  • Optional joint lunch at the Ostrobothnia Museum, combined with a possibility to visit its nature- and landscape-related museum and art exhibitions, incl. Terranova – Natural History Exhibition | Vaasa & Lay Of(f) the Land | Vaasa.
  • 15:15 Smart Urban Initiatives & Capabilities
    City pitches, best practices, and dialogue on smart and sustainable transitions in mid-sized, explorative cities.
  • 16:45 Bubbling & Sector Coupling
    A dialogue between industry, communities, academia, and government on smart energy solutions such as district heating, data-driven systems, digital twins, and citizen engagement.
  • City Reception & Walking Dinner

 

Kindly register via following links, please fill both forms:

  1. Register for EnergyWeek
  2. Register for meals & evening event