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8.10.2026

Over billion euros in Horizon Europe funding secured for Helsinki-Uusimaa

Organisations in the Helsinki-Uusimaa region have so far received around 1.07 billion euros from the European Union's Horizon Europe programme for research, development and innovation (RDI) activities. This is more than 60 per cent of all the funding Finland has received during the EU's current programme period of 2021–2027.

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7.10.2026

Future traffic in the Baltic Sea and urban airspace

Safe navigation in the waters and air of the Baltic Sea region is increasingly dependent on up-to-date information, functioning backup systems, and foresight. In projects under the Interreg Baltic Sea Region programme, Finnish operators have developed solutions that improve navigation and preparedness for disruptions, and help cities to prepare for the proliferation of drones.

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2.9.2026

Sustainable tourism on the shores of the Baltic Sea – Water load management, cycling routes, and rural produce 

Protecting the sensitive waters of the archipelago with wastewater solutions, Europe-wide cycling tourism highways, and new services from rural food producers all go hand in hand. Tourism in the Baltic Sea region is developed sustainably through cross-sectoral, cross-border cooperation and flexible local solutions. They are made possible by the EU's Interreg Baltic Sea Region programme.

Kuva Space's CEO Jarkko Antila pointing a screen showing real-time orbit of the satellites. Image: Ilkka Ranta-aho Cases

23.6.2026

Daily global data from Kuva Space’s satellites

Kuva Space captures rapidly updated Earth observation data through its microsatellites. While the information is increasingly vital for global security, it is also used to monitor climate change, forecast crop yields, analyse water quality, and support land-use planning.

Portrait of Marianne Korpi. Cases

7.4.2026

A digital tool making a big difference in youth mental health

New kinds of tools are needed to help professionals support young people struggling with mental health challenges. In the wellbeing services county of Eastern Uusimaa, a digital intervention navigator called Nuorten Navi has proven to streamline assessments and guide young people toward the right care at the right time.

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8.1.2026

The Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market created over 200 events and thousands of cultural encounters

The Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market project, which is now coming to an end, brought culture to new audiences and created work opportunities for artists. This included supporting cultural purchases by municipalities and launching the popular Cultural Market networking event. All 26 municipalities in the Helsinki-Uusimaa region took part in the project, which was led by the Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council.

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16.12.2025

Policy change opens up EU funding for West Railway

Ministers responsible from the EU member states met on Monday, 15 December, to discuss, among other things, the Council’s position on the future CEF programme. As a result of the meeting, Finland saw a major positive development, as the Tallinn–Helsinki–Tampere and Helsinki–Turku–Stockholm connections were added to the list of CEF priorities. It is very important for transport projects to be included on the CEF list, as this gives them the opportunity to apply for EU funding.

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8.12.2025

The EU’s new Bioeconomy Strategy offers strong prospects for Helsinki-Uusimaa

The European Commission published its new Bioeconomy Strategy today, setting the direction for the development of one of Europe’s fastest-growing sectors. The bioeconomy still holds considerable untapped potential, which the Commission now aims to unlock to drive sustainable economic growth, accelerate innovation and create new jobs. The strategy is also directly linked to Helsinki-Uusimaa’s goals for climate neutrality, the circular economy, biodiversity and sustainable food systems.

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19.11.2025

Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council helps boost the region’s food innovation ecosystem

The Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Programme and the roadmap for a carbon neutral Helsinki-Uusimaa 2030 identify a need to transform the region’s food system to become more sustainable. Helsinki-Uusimaa aims to reach carbon neutrality by 2030, and making the region’s food system more sustainable and low-carbon plays a key role in achieving this climate target.

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4.11.2025

International Peer Review: Draft Regional Programme aligns with EU goals

The Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council organised an international peer review at the beginning of October together with the Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform. European regional development experts analysed the draft Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Programme for 2026–2029 and provided recommendations for its development and implementation.