Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland (METSO)

METSO, or the Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland, combines forest biodiversity conservation and maintenance with commercial use. The programme is aimed at halting the decline in forest species and habitats, and establishing favourable trends in forest biodiversity. It is set to run until 2025.

METSO is coordinated by the Ministry of the Environment, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.

Further information

Esa Pynnönen, Senior Specialist 
Ministry of the Environment, Department of Aquatic and Natural Environment, Nature Conservation and Recreational Use of Nature Telephone:0295250386   Email Address: