Norrköping Tops Climate Adaptation Rankings for 2025
Norrköping has been recognized as Sweden's top municipality for climate adaptation in 2025.
Key Points
- • Norrköping ranks as Sweden's best municipality for climate adaptation again.
- • Boden is in second place, with Helsingborg, Kristianstad, Linköping, and Lomma in third.
- • The city's systematic work and monitoring are key to its success in climate initiatives.
- • Recent projects focus on flood protection and climate resilience efforts.
In a significant acknowledgment of its environmental efforts, Norrköping has been named the best municipality in Sweden for climate adaptation for the second consecutive year, according to a ranking by the IVL Swedish Environmental Institute and Swedish Insurance. This recognition is due to Norrköping's systematic work and monitoring of climate adaptation strategies, demonstrating its leadership in preparing for climate change challenges.
The ranking places Boden in second place, while Helsingborg, Kristianstad, Linköping, and Lomma share the third spot. Key to Norrköping's success has been decisive political action and the strategic allocation of resources towards climate initiatives. Pär Karlsson, spokesperson for Swedish Insurance, noted the importance of ongoing assessment of adaptation measures in their successes.
Recent projects underscoring Norrköping’s commitment include flood protection developments in the Vilbergen area and the Ljura creek adaptation project, which featured the construction of flood protections and recreational pathways. These initiatives exemplify how proactive environmental management can significantly reduce vulnerability to climate impacts, emphasizing Norrköping's role as a model for other municipalities in Sweden.