Facing a growing waitlist and rising costs, Vaasa is building energy-efficient student housing in months, not years — cutting emissions and keeping rents in reach.
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Student housing in Vaasa: Affordable, Energy Efficient, Comfortable
In December 2024, the Merikulma student housing building near the University of Vaasa campus was completed, offering 28 modern apartments built to the highest energy efficiency standards. With Energy Class A performance, Merikulma features thick insulated walls, highly efficient ventilation systems, and advanced window technology. Students living in Merikulma can monitor electricity and heat use via a mobile app, with water consumption and recycling data coming soon. In this video, we explore the residence and hear directly from a student about everyday life in this forward-looking, energy-smart home.