Would you like to do your bit – sometimes quite literally – for biodiversity? Many people think that helping bumblebees, butterflies and other pollinators and supporting biodiversity requires a large plot of land or at least a yard of one’s own. However, the situation of pollinators can be improved even in a rented home and … Read more

The best thing about local travel in your hometown is the realization that you do not need to go far to experience something new. It is enough to slow down a little and look at your own city with fresh eyes. In Porvoo, opportunities are already close by, and summer days do not need to … Read more

Climate action is no longer carried out only because of values – increasingly, it is also a wise and long-term approach from the perspective of the entire organization. The climate partners network facilitated by the City of Porvoo offers local actors a concrete way to develop their operations in a more sustainable direction together with … Read more

A-Asukasyhdistys ry. was established 20 years ago at the initiative of a resident of A-Yhtiöt. All residents of Porvoon Kodit automatically belong to the residents’ association and may participate in its activities. After A-Yhtiöt changed their name to Porvoon Kodit, the A-Asukasyhdistys will also change its name to Porvoon Kodit asukasyhdistys ry. New Facebook pages … Read more

The circular economy and thrifting are becoming increasingly popular. Personally, I’m totally hooked on flea markets and shops filled with old treasures. In the age of the Internet, it’s refreshing to browse and handle items in person, and to discover finds you never even knew existed. When travelling, I almost feel compelled to check out … Read more

Resident satisfaction at Porvoon Kodit has been monitored regularly since the beginning of 2025 using four different surveys: After a maintenance visit, moving out, and moving in, a survey is sent out, and once a year, a resident satisfaction survey is sent to all residents. Satisfaction in the surveys is measured with scores from 1 … Read more

Agile organization and collaboration In our organization, cooperation goes well and problems are solved quickly, because we can always ask each other for help. This is a significant strength that we should nurture. Open communication and teamwork give us a competitive advantage. Financial stability Porvoon Kodit’s financial situation is stable. Our property portfolio is diverse … Read more

At different stages of life, people have different housing needs. A growing family requires a different home than a retired couple. An elderly person who has lost their spouse needs a different home than a young person who has just become independent.  In a good city, each of them finds a suitable home. That’s why … Read more

Kuudenkymmenen vuoden aikana Porvoon Kodit on ollut tae siitä, että Porvoossa löytyy korkealaatuisia ja monipuolisia koteja porvoolaisille. Borgå Hem är en oerhört viktig samarbetspartner för staden och utan bolaget hade staden inte kunnat växa på ett hållbart och mångsidigt sätt. 60 vuotta sitten Porvoo oli hyvin toisenlainen kaupunki kuin mitä se on tänä päivänä. Kaksi … Read more