ECO-FRIENDLY EVENTS: CHOOSE A GREEN CERTIFIED VENUE IN ESTONIA
When hosting an event, let’s make it eco-friendly!
Tallinn offers a wide range of green-certified venues and hotels that are fully committed to sustainability. From environmentally certified spaces to venues powered by renewable energy, our carefully curated list proves that you can organise outstanding business events and conferences while significantly reducing your carbon footprint.
Tallinn Creative Hub
Housed in a fully restored early 20th-century power plant, Tallinn Creative Hub (Kultuurikatel) is one of the city’s most distinctive venues for large-scale events. Opened in 2015, the building retains its original industrial character—bricks, boilers, and all—offering a unique blend of heritage and modern functionality.
The venue’s name, which translates to “Culture Cauldron,” pays tribute to its past and to the former boiler room, now transformed into the impressive Cauldron Hall. This 700 m² space features soaring ceilings and original steam boilers, making it ideal for seminars, exhibitions, concerts, and gala events. The adjacent Black Box provides an additional 504 m² of flexible space, accommodating over 600 seated guests. In total, the Creative Hub offers 17 meeting and event spaces, all within walking distance of central hotels and attractions.
Tallinn Creative Hub has been awarded the Green Key eco-label for its strong commitment to sustainability. From waste reduction to resource efficiency, the venue actively minimises its environmental impact. Housed in a repurposed industrial building, the Hub is itself a model of sustainable reuse. The venue also provides guidelines to help organisers reduce the ecological footprint of their events and encourages collaboration with local communities and appreciation of Estonian cultural heritage. Learn more: Tallinn Creative Hub’s Green Key eco-label.
Alexela Concert Hall
Modern concert, theatre and conference hall, a part of the Solaris Centre at the heart of Tallinn. Its Grand Hall seats 1,829 guests and its 3,300 m2 of multifunctional foyers, which are distributed among five floors, can meet the most demanding needs. In addition, nine cinema rooms of varying sizes are available to serve as fully functional breakout rooms. Located just a short walk from top hotels and the stunning Old Town.
Alexela Concert Hall is proud to be the first conference and cultural venue in Estonia awarded the Green Key ecolabel – a mark of high environmental standards. The hall is committed to sustainable practices, from waste sorting and energy efficiency to using local produce and eco-friendly technologies. Read more about their Green Key vision here: Alexela Concert Hall’s Green Key
Port of Tallinn Cruise Terminal
A new, ultramodern, and multifunctional Cruise Terminal can be used to host various events, such as conferences, receptions and galas. The main hall of 1724 m² opens entirely to the sea from one side offering wonderful views of the waterfront and cruise ships and can be divided into three smaller rooms. The terminal also features an 850 m rooftop seaside promenade.
The Cruise Terminal proudly holds the Green Key eco-label, confirming its commitment to environmentally sustainable operations. The terminal generates solar power, uses green electricity when needed, and relies on marine energy for heating and cooling. Energy-efficient systems, LED lighting, and water-saving fixtures further reduce its footprint. Events at the terminal follow circular economy principles—from catering to décor—and partners are encouraged to align with Green Key standards. See their guide to organising environmentally friendly events here: Guide to organising environmentally friendly events at the cruise terminal
PROTO Invention Factory
Located in the historic Noblessner Port District, PROTO Invention Factory offers a one-of-a-kind venue combining 19th-century prototypes with futuristic VR technology. The spacious expo hall suits receptions and dinners, while a dedicated conference room is ideal for meetings. Guests can explore over 20 interactive inventions, take part in guided tours or team-building games, and use smaller rooms for breakout sessions.
The PROTO Invention Factory has been awarded the Green Key label in recognition of its strong commitment to environmental sustainability. Measures include reducing waste, improving energy efficiency, using eco-friendly products, and prioritising local and organic food in both the café and event catering. Exhibits and services are locally sourced to minimise environmental impact, and chemical-free cleaning methods are in place throughout the venue. PROTO also promotes environmental awareness through its sustainability programme and aims to lead by example. Learn more: Sustainability at the PROTO Invention Factory
Tallinna TV Tower
With green certification, the TV Tower focuses on sustainability and education. Programmes introduce future technologies such as 3D printing and holography. It also supports local community engagement and eco-friendly actions like energy saving, reuse and recycling.
More information here: Green Key
Estonian National Museum (ERM) – Tartu
Located in Tartu, ERM is one of the region’s greenest cultural institutions, using energy-efficient systems, LED lighting, and water-saving sprinklers. Built on a decontaminated former military airfield, the museum preserves surrounding biodiversity by limiting mowing. It also encourages cycling and public transport, and promotes community involvement through volunteering and storytelling.
More information here: Green Museum
Tallink Hotels
Tallink Hotels embrace sustainability by cutting waste and encouraging reuse. These practices are embedded into daily operations and shared with both staff and guests. Green certified hotels promote saving energy and water, waste sorting, and using local transport.
More information here: Responsibility
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Nordic Hotel Forum
Responsibility is integrated into everyday operations here, from community outreach to staff well-being. Certified with both green and BREEAM In-Use standards, the hotel reduces resource use, supports charity initiatives, and even hosts rooftop bees as a green gesture. Diversity, inclusion, and sustainability go hand in hand.
More information here: Nordic Hotel Forum Green Key
Radisson Hotels (Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia; Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn; Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel Tallinn)
Radisson Hotel Group has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, having introduced its environmental policy as early as 1989. With goals to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, its hotels are known for their green labels and safety standards.
More information here: Sustainable stays
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Swissôtel Tallinn
Swissôtel aligns with green certification standards, focusing on reducing energy and water consumption, minimising plastic use, and supporting charitable causes. The hotel offers a “Net Zero Carbon Calculator” to help organisations measure and offset the footprint of their overnight stays and events.
More information here: Sustainability
Original Sokos Hotel Viru
This hotel follows green principles, aiming to lessen environmental impact and raise awareness among staff and guests. Efforts include efficient use of water and energy, use of ecological cleaning products, and serving local, organic, and vegetarian food. Guests are encouraged to reuse towels, sort waste and make sustainable choices.
More information here: Sustainability
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Mercure Tallinn
Part of the Accor Group, Mercure Tallinn is dedicated to sustainability through carbon reduction, resource efficiency, and eliminating single-use plastics. It employs energy-saving technologies and raises awareness among staff and guests.
More information here: Corporate Social Responsibility
V SPA and Conference Hotel – Tartu
Located in the university city of Tartu, this hotel prioritises energy and water efficiency, promotes digital over paper solutions, and avoids disposable plastics. Conference facilities are paperless, food service follows zero-waste principles, and tap water is provided via the Purezza system. The experience is both eco-conscious and comfortable.
More information here: Green Key
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Vihula Manor Country Club & SPA – Lahemaa National Park
Since 2011, Vihula Manor has proudly operated with sustainability in mind, earning green certification in recognition of its efforts. Its initiatives include using renewable energy (geothermal and solar), monitoring resource usage, and encouraging guest participation in eco-friendly practices. The manor grows its own produce and hosts an annual “Green Day” to raise awareness and share its achievements.
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Posted: 19.05.2025
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