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Sustainable Campus

A sports campus built to last.

The design of the Hakametsä Sport Campus emphasizes energy efficiency, sustainable modes of transport, multipurpose spaces, and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to feel well and stay active. This vision can only be achieved through fair play—by treating each other and our planet with care.

We approach sustainability comprehensively

The goal of the Hakametsä Sport Campus is not only to become a top destination for sports and physical activity, but also a responsibly designed and constructed campus that offers equal opportunities for a sustainable and wellbeing-oriented everyday life and lifestyle.

We approach sustainability through the ESG framework and the UN Agenda 2030. With the help of our plan, we aim to ensure that our sustainability efforts are impactful, comprehensive, and integrated into all our operations. The plan is based on six main objectives:

  • Sport is for everyone
  • A campus for sustainable transport and mobility
  • Sustainable energy
  • Climate change mitigation and biodiversity
  • Together we are stronger
  • A progressive business and RDI environment

Sport belongs to everyone

Social responsibility promotes a positive impact on society, stakeholders, and the surrounding community. Sport belongs to everyone. That’s why the Hakametsä Sport Campus aims to be a place where visitors feel welcome just as they are.

Sub-goals:

  • We are committed to building a fair, equal, and safe sports and activity culture.
  • We enable the combination of a sports career and education.
  • We support athletes in maintaining a balanced everyday life.
  • We promote everyday physical activity, an active lifestyle, and overall wellbeing.

A Campus for Sustainable Transport and Mobility

Reducing transport emissions plays a significant role in mitigating climate change. In Finland and globally, transportation accounts for over 20% of all emissions. The easy accessibility and services of the Hakametsä Sport Campus improve equal opportunities for sustainable mobility.

The campus is being developed in line with the City of Tampere’s goals, along strong public transport connections.

Sub-goals:

  • We encourage sustainable modes of transport.
  • We will create excellent walking and cycling connections and conditions in the area.
  • The area will be easily accessible by public transport.
  • Accessibility will be widely considered in the area’s design.

Sustainable Energy

The energy sector is by far the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions both globally and in Finland.

Hakametsä Sport Campus enables the emergence of new, sustainable energy business models. The campus serves as a pilot platform for various experiments. We support the development of new innovations in energy-efficient construction and the circular economy through strong and broad collaboration.

Sub-goals:

  • We implement sustainable energy solutions.
  • We optimize energy use and take action to improve energy efficiency.

Climate Change Mitigation and Biodiversity

Climate change is visible around us—not only globally, but also in Finland. Extreme weather events, heavy rainfall, and heatwaves have become more common. Limiting global warming is essential to avoid the most severe consequences of climate change.

It is estimated that biodiversity loss is as serious a planetary threat as climate change. In the construction sector, the most significant impacts on nature are related to the building site, construction materials, and emissions generated by the industry.

Climate change mitigation and adaptation, along with the promotion of biodiversity, are fundamental principles of Hakametsä Sport Campus operations. Our solutions are based on research and aim to enable sustainable everyday choices and responsible business practices.

Sub-goals:

  • We incorporate climate change mitigation and adaptation into our design solutions.
  • We measure and aim to reduce our carbon footprint.
  • We promote sharing and circular economy practices.

Together We Are Stronger

Inclusion is a key means of combating poverty, preventing social exclusion, and reducing inequality. Equal participation and co-creation help build genuinely sustainable and high-quality urban environments and services for their users.

We aim to develop the project sustainably, collaboratively, and equitably with various stakeholders. Hakametsä Sport Campus is being created together with future residents, users, and employees of the area. Non-discrimination and equality guide all our actions. Sustainability is broadly considered in all procurement processes.

Sub-goals:

  • We operate with a user-centered approach and enable stakeholder participation.
  • All our activities are non-discriminatory and equal.
  • We make sustainable procurement decisions.

RDI Environment

Business and good governance form one of the three pillars of sustainability (ESG). Economic responsibility includes ensuring profitability, competitiveness, and efficiency in operations.

We promote research, development, and innovation (RDI) activities aimed at developing, accelerating, and sustaining an international ecosystem for elite sports, physical activity, and wellbeing.

To support RDI activities, a handbook has been created, providing guidelines and directions for implementation, such as launching development projects. Through RDI, we also aim to advance themes related to energy, the circular economy, and sustainable transport and mobility.

Sub-goals:

  • We promote vitality and competitiveness locally, regionally, and nationally.
  • Our operations are economically viable.
  • We offer diverse business opportunities.