We believe that Gdańsk can be a city that attracts visitors while caring for the well-being of its residents, preserving its local identity, and protecting the environment.Our ambitions are clear goals that define how we aim to develop tourism in a sustainable way—benefiting residents, visitors, the local economy, and the environment.We act with the future in mind. And we do it together—with our partners, the tourism industry, and the people of Gdańsk.
Gdańsk is a modern, mindful, and responsible city, consistently working toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by focusing on environmental protection, accessibility, and social equality.As an event organizer, you can be confident that by choosing Gdańsk, you are supporting a city that operates ethically and sustainably.Explore some of the city’s key projects and initiatives.
With biodiversity and climate change adaptation in mind, Gdańsk pursues an active policy of rainwater retention and greening public spaces.Key actions include: creating pocket parks and green squares, building green roofs, planting trees in public areas, and developing rain gardens and retention basins that reduce flood risk and store rainwater.
This is a social campaign aimed at educating people about equal treatment—regardless of gender, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, or economic situation.Gdańsk is actively working to promote social inclusion, gender equality, and support for LGBTQ+ communities, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities. Learn more
Gdańsk promotes eco-friendly transport, encouraging residents and visitors to choose sustainable options over cars. Event participants are encouraged to choose green mobility! The city offers:
- an 860 km network of bike paths, intersected by EuroVelo 9 and 10/13,
- the MEVO bike system (electric and traditional bikes),
- efficient public transport (trams, buses, SKM) with easy access to Sopot, Gdynia, and the airport.
An educational and social program that promotes responsible waste management, waste sorting, cleaning public spaces, and recycling. The program includes workshops, clean-up campaigns, and informational activities. Learn more
Gdańsk Water and Sewerage Infrastructure promotes drinking local tap water by providing an information service with detailed facts about its quality, origin, and the benefits of drinking it. Across the city, you’ll find public drinking water points, and many restaurants offer tap water for free. Learn more
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The 100cznia team places great importance on social and environmental responsibility—all packaging used on-site is biodegradable, they operate a returnable cup system and have a strict recycling program. Their entire team is legally employed and works on their own preferred schedule. Learn more about 100cznia
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The goal of the campaign is to promote eco-friendly habits among residents and institutions operating in the city. As part of this initiative, 10 rules for residents and 5 rules for businesses were introduced to help reduce plastic use in everyday life. Learn more