puhastuskoos

Puhastuskoos is an Estonian term derived from puhastus (cleaning, purification) and koos (together). It denotes a coordinated, joint cleaning or purification effort, typically involving multiple actors such as local governments, private service providers, and civil participants, organized to improve environmental conditions, sanitation, or infrastructure maintenance.

In practice, puhastuskoos describes programs or campaigns where participants pool resources, share responsibilities, and coordinate schedules to perform tasks like litter collection, wastewater treatment improvements, or the cleaning and upkeep of public spaces and facilities. The concept emphasizes collective action, accountability, and measurable outcomes.

Common contexts include municipal waste management projects, river or shoreline cleanup campaigns, and collaborative efforts to rehabilitate contaminated sites. The term is used primarily in Estonian public administration and civic society discussions, and its exact definition can vary by program or institution.

Because it is a general concept rather than a single standardized program, details of puhastuskoos differ: participating actors, funding models, and performance metrics are determined case by case. Puhastuskoos represents a style of governance and service delivery that seeks to enhance efficiency through cooperation and to engage residents in environmental stewardship.