Biodiversity
Biodiversity must be protected and maintained in order to safeguard the conditions which support life on the planet. Safeguarding biodiversity requires an effort from the whole of society.
Reform of the nature conservation legislation
The reform of the nature conservation legislation includes updates to the Nature Conservation Act and Decree, a new act on compensations for damages caused by protected species, and a project to test and develop ecological compensation.
International biodiversity policy
Finland has long been participating in international cooperation on nature conservation, and is also bound by several international agreements whose aim is to protect biodiversity.
Helmi habitats programme
Helmi habitats programme aims to strengthen Finland’s biodiversity and safeguard the vital ecosystem services that nature provides for us.
Water resources and marine protection
The aim is that the status of the Baltic Sea, rivers and lakes and groundwater is at least good.
Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland (METSO)
METSO 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.