January 21, 2026
For the period 2026–2028, the Luleå municipal group has five priority areas decided by the political majority: A well-functioning everyday life for everyone, More Luleå for more Luleå residents, Safe in Luleå, Climate-smart and nature-positive, and Thriving business.
The strategic initiatives to reduce climate impact while promoting a good life for all within the planet's limits for the same period are:
In 2025, much of the focus within Luleå Municipality has been on finalizing and establishing proposals for a new climate plan for the municipal group that further concretizes the political goals and strategic initiatives. A political decision regarding this plan is expected to be made in 2026.
The purpose of the plan is to set the direction for the municipal group's work on reducing climate impact and increasing climate adaptation. The draft plan contains the following three objectives based on the municipal group's discretion and the scope of the objectives:
These objectives will serve as guidelines for prioritization in connection with planning and budgeting, as well as for the development of operational and business plans.
In the city's progress report, they discuss the work being done, the transition hub, the project portfolio, and much more.
Sophie Forsberg Johansson, Process Manager for Climate Neutral Luleå 2030, sophie.forsberg.johansson@lulea.se
The work with The Meal Journey, where a new culture characterized by curiosity and creativity has emerged. Through new working methods, where children and young people have been given a stronger voice and meal staff greater freedom, Luleå Municipality has succeeded in creating sustainable and nutritious school meals that children and students also like — with a budget of only SEK 12 per serving, while at the same time reducing food waste.
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