Eco-friendly living in Turku – easy in Jyrkkälä

Would you like to reduce your carbon footprint and make more environmentally friendly choices in your everyday life? In Jyrkkälä, eco-friendly living has been made easy. Residents benefit from apartment buildings equipped with solar panels, comprehensive recycling and waste-sorting facilities, and excellent public transport connections. Together, these features help reduce the environmental impact of housing without compromising comfort.

KOy Jyrkkälänpolku is committed to developing sustainable and responsible housing in Turku. Our goal is to provide comfortable rental apartments where sustainability is reflected in practical actions and sensible solutions throughout everyday life.

What does eco-friendly living mean?

Eco-friendly living means reducing energy consumption, the use of natural resources and the emissions generated by housing. In practice, this can include using renewable energy, implementing energy-efficient building solutions, providing effective recycling facilities and enabling tenants to make environmentally responsible choices in their daily lives.

In Jyrkkälä, eco-friendly living is not merely an objective—it is part of our everyday operations. Energy efficiency, durability, and environmental impact are continuously considered in the design, maintenance, and development of the buildings.

Energy-efficient solutions reduce emissions

Energy consumption accounts for a significant proportion of the environmental impact of buildings. This is why we have invested in solutions that reduce energy demand and the amount of energy purchased from external suppliers.

Our aim in Jyrkkälä is to keep the carbon footprint of housing as small as possible by reducing the amount of purchased energy and making use of renewable energy, among other measures.

Supporting sustainable living in Jyrkkälä include:

• solar panels installed on the external walls of the buildings
• heat recovery systems integrated into ventilation
• energy-efficient LED lighting
• motion-controlled lighting in shared spaces
• renovated, durable, and maintainable façades and windows
• durable, high-quality building materials
• structural solutions designed for longevity and easy maintenance

Solar panels generate renewable energy

Solar power is one of the most practical ways to promote sustainable living and reduce the environmental impact of housing. The solar panels installed on the external walls of Jyrkkälä’s buildings generate approximately 27.2 MWh of renewable electricity each year. Solar energy reduces the need for purchased electricity and lowers the buildings’ carbon footprint.

FUN FACT: With the amount of electricity generated annually by the buildings’ solar panels, a 13-watt LED bulb could remain continuously lit for approximately 238 years.

Smart lighting saves energy

Particular attention has been paid to energy-efficient lighting in Jyrkkälä’s properties. Shared spaces are equipped with energy-efficient LED lights and motion sensors that help prevent unnecessary electricity consumption.

In the stairwells, motion sensors switch on the lights only on the floor where movement is detected. This ensures that lighting is used only when it’s genuinely needed. The solution reduces energy consumption throughout the year while supporting eco-friendly living without compromising safety or convenience.

Recycling and waste sorting as part of responsible everyday life

Eco-friendly living is not based solely on building technology—it also depends on the everyday choices made by tenants. Jyrkkälä provides practical recycling and waste-sorting facilities that make sorting household waste easy.

When biowaste, cardboard, plastic, glass, and metal are sorted correctly, valuable materials can be reused in the manufacture of new products. At the same time, the amount of mixed waste is reduced, placing less strain on the environment.

Public transport supports environmentally friendly living

Location plays an important role in the environmental impact of everyday life. Jyrkkälä is located close to central Turku and benefits from excellent public transport connections, making it easy to get around without a car.

When commuting, hobbies, and everyday errands can be managed by bus, bicycle or on foot, transport-related emissions are significantly reduced. These choices can also help lower the overall cost of living.

Its convenient location is one of the reasons many people choose Jyrkkälä as their neighbourhood. Learn more about what it is like to live in Jyrkkälä.

Durable materials last longer

The environmental impact of buildings is not caused by energy consumption alone. The choice of materials also plays an important role.

The Corten steel used in Jyrkkälä’s buildings is long-lasting, weather-resistant, and naturally develops a protective surface, reducing the need for maintenance. Durable materials and high-quality solutions support sustainable housing by reducing the need for repairs and replacement in the future.

Eco-friendly rental housing in Turku

In Jyrkkälä, eco-friendly living is combined with comfortable homes, convenient services and reasonable housing costs. Energy-efficient solutions, renewable energy, and responsible property management make Jyrkkälä an excellent choice for anyone who values sustainable living in Turku.

View available rental apartments and find a home where environmentally responsible choices are part of everyday life.

 

Tips for eco-friendly living at home

Even small actions can make a significant difference to your energy consumption and carbon footprint. You can make your everyday life more environmentally friendly by following these tips:

• Keep the indoor temperature at approximately 21–22°C.
• Switch off the lights when leaving a room.
• Unplug electrical appliances when they are not used.
• Air rooms quickly and efficiently rather than allowing heat to escape over a long period.
• Use water sparingly when washing dishes or taking a shower.
• Sort and recycle waste carefully.
• Choose walking, cycling, and public transport whenever possible. You will improve fitness at the same time.
• Keep blinds closed during the daytime in summer to help your home remain cool.

Read our more detailed tips on reducing energy consumption at home.