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The Helsinki Holdout: Battling Climate Change and the Fight for Sustainable Housing

13 min · 24. maj 2026
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In this episode, we journey to Helsinki, Finland, where tenants are not just fighting for affordable rent, but also for sustainable housing. Amidst the growing concerns of climate change, the tenants collectively withhold rent to force landlords to make energy-efficient renovations and adopt sustainable practices. We explore the intersection of housing justice and environmental activism, capturing the courage, risk, and innovation involved in this unique rent strike. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In this narrative, we venture to Seoul, South Korea, a city grappling with the dominance of chaebols - large family-owned conglomerates - in the real estate market. We follow the journey of a group of tenants who, faced with exorbitant rent increases and unresponsive landlords, decide to take a stand. Through their collective action, they challenge the power of these corporate giants, demanding not only fair rents but also a more equitable housing market. Join us as we explore this unique rent strike, its challenges, victories, and the lasting impact it had on Seoul's housing justice movement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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