The World’s most sustainable destination

By choosing Gothenburg you will take one step towards a more sustainable world. We’re the sustainable choose for your event, meeting or visit.

Almost all our hotels have environmental diplomas.
Landvetter Airport has held the highest level of environmental accreditation – “European Airport Carbon” – since 2011.
Around 95 per cent of public transport in Gothenburg runs on renewable energy.
There are 1000 “Styr & Ställ” city bikes to rent at 60 different locations in the city.
All restaurants that are part of the Taste of Gothenburg association have environmental diplomas or are in the process of certification.
All meat that is served by the municipality must be organically farmed.
In 2011, the Port of Gothenburg received the Shipping Award for “Regional Environmental Protection Contribution”. The port was the first in the world to provide onshore power to vessels at berth.
In autumn 2013, Gothenburg became the first city in the world to issue a green bond for investments that benefit the environment and the climate.
Gothenburg is a green city, partly thanks to its closeness to forests and parks, but also to the compact layout of the city.
Gothenburg is a small city where almost everything is within walking distance.

Awards

Leadership Award, Global Destination Sustainability Index 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021.
European Capital of Smart Tourism 2020
One of Europe’s 100 most climate-neutral and smart cities 2022
One of the winners of European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards 2022
Best Sustainable City Stay, Lonely Planet 2021
Climate City of Sweden 2015.
Access City Award 2014.
Climate Municipality since 2012.
Fairtrade City since 2011.