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Internationell politik för biologisk mångfald Finland har länge deltagit i det internationella samarbetet kring naturvård. Finland vill som en del av EU arbeta för ambitiösa, mätbara och tydliga mål som ska bidra till att stoppa förlusten av biolo...https://ym.fi/sv/internationell-politik-for-biologisk-mangfald
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27.4.2023 | During the current government term, Finland has made significant contributions to climate change resilient and sustainable solutions in the land use sector by funding more than 100 projects that produce research knowledge to serve as the basis for decision-making. Topics where groundbreaking research is done include soil studies and carbon sequestration, which are highly topical in the EU contexts as well.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/finland-shows-the-way-in-carbon-sequestration-and-soil-research-topical-themes-in-eu
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4.4.2023 | 1 N A T I O N A L B U I L D I N G C O D E O F F I N L A N D Strength and stability of structures Aluminium structures 2018 2 Foreword The Ministry of the Environment publishes the recommendations for strength and stability re- lated to the design ...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/35099218/Aluminium+structures,+instructions,+2018.pdf/27023ecb-abc6-4a41-0a29-d0a84ce7b02a?t=1680597332298
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4.4.2023 | 1 N A T I O N A L B U I L D I N G C O D E O F F I N L A N D Strength and stability of structures Concrete structures 2 Foreword The Ministry of the Environment publishes the recommendations for strength and stability re- lated to the design of con...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/35099218/Concrete+structures,+instructions,+2016.pdf/f3ad0d3f-f101-c68f-a44c-a9efb8fc3f71?t=1680596835026
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27.5.2021 | On May 27th 2021 the Government adopted a resolution on the Helmi habitats programme that extends until 2030. The programme includes 40 actions for accelerating the restoration, management and protection of different habitats. The Helmi programme is a significant package of measures for halting biodiversity loss in Finland.https://ym.fi/en/-/the-helmi-programme-defines-concrete-goals-and-actions-for-enhancing-habitats
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6.7.2026 | Det politiska högnivåforumet för hållbar utveckling (High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, HLPF) hålls i New York den 7–15 juli. Vid det årliga högnivåmötet utvärderas de framsteg som gjorts på vägen mot de år 2015 överenskomna målen i FN:s handlingsplan för hållbar utveckling Agenda 2030. Finlands delegation leds av miljö- och klimatminister Sari Multalas statssekreterare Mika Nykänen.https://ym.fi/sv/-/hognivaforumet-for-utvardering-och-uppfoljning-av-hallbar-utveckling-vill-paskynda-arbetet-med-att-uppna-malen-i-agenda-2030
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20.3.2023 | The scientific evidence is clear: climate change is a threat to the wellbeing of humans and nature. In the report published today, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change IPCC points out that urgent action is needed to ensure a liveable future for all. There is very little time for corrective actions but solutions are available.https://ym.fi/en/-/ipcc-report-decisions-made-now-have-impacts-for-thousands-of-years-climate-change-challenges-can-be-met-with-swift-and-extensive-action
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7.2.2023 | Last year the Finns designated about 4,700 hectares of forest for permanent protection under the Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland METSO. About 90 hectares were protected for 20 years. The aim of the METSO Programme is to establish 96,000 hectares of new protected areas by 2025. This year there is a record amount of funding available for environmental forestry subsidy agreements.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/voluntary-forest-protection-popular-among-forest-owners-record-funding-for-fixed-term-environmental-forestry-subsidy-agreements
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Bioeconomy Strategy 2022–2035 – Sustainably towards higher value added - Ministry of the Environment
1.4.2022 | Finland’s new Bioeconomy Strategy has been completed. The strategy aims to double the value added of bioeconomy in an ecologically, socially and economically sustainable manner and to make Finland climate neutral by 2035.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410877/bioeconomy-strategy-2022-2035-sustainably-towards-higher-value-added -
13.12.2021 | According the OECD’s review, the development of Finland’s environmental policy has been positive in recent years. The OECD considers the carbon neutrality target and targets related to promoting biodiversity and a circular economy as highly relevant. However, the current measures will not be enough to reach the targets that have been set and, according to the OECD, this will be a challenge for Finland in the coming decade.https://ym.fi/en/-/oecd-appreciates-finland-s-ambitious-environmental-targets-more-effective-policy-measures-needed
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Minister Mikkonen to Barents Environmental Ministers’ Meeting in Luleå - Ministry of the Environment
4.2.2020 | Minister Mikkonen to Barents Environmental Ministers’ Meeting in Luleå Ministry of the Environment Publication date 4.2.2020 10.01 Type: Press release On Wednesday 5 February, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change Krista Mikkonen will att...https://ym.fi/en/-/minister-mikkonen-to-barents-environmental-ministers-meeting-in-lulea -
6.7.2018 | The UN High-level Political Forum (HLPF) will convene in New York from 9 to 18 July 2018. The annual forum reviews progress in attaining the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) (2030 Agenda) that were adopted in 2015. Finland’s focus will be on sustainable development of the Arctic region.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/yk-n-kestavan-kehityksen-seurantakokous-alkaa-suomi-nostaa-keskusteluun-arktisen-yhteistyon
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17.3.2020 | The Government resolution to slow the spread of coronavirus infections and to protect at-risk groups, issued on 16 March 2020, states as follows (section 2):https://ym.fi/en/-/10616/yhteiskunnan-toiminnan-kannalta-kriittisten-alojen-henkilosto
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11.10.2021 | The Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity COP15 starts today on 11 October in Kunming, China. The aim is to agree on targets and actions to halt the global biodiversity loss. Actual decisions are expected in the second part of the Conference of the Parties, which will be held from 25 April to 8 May 2022.https://ym.fi/en/-/conference-of-parties-to-un-biodiversity-convention-kicks-off-today-aim-to-halt-biodiversity-loss
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20.10.2021 | Today, on 20 October, the ministers of the coastal states around the Baltic Sea responsible for marine protection and the European Commission adopted the updated Baltic Sea Action Plan. The Baltic Sea coastal states and EU have implemented the Action Plan since 2007. The Action Plan sets down the common objectives and agreed measures until 2030.https://ym.fi/en/-/baltic-sea-coastal-states-and-eu-agree-on-new-measures-to-protect-baltic-sea
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4.4.2023 | N A T I O N A L B U I L D I N G C O D E O F F I N L A N D Strength and stability of structures Timber structures 2 Foreword The Ministry of the Environment publishes the recommendations for strength and stability re- lated to the design of timber ...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/35099218/Timber+structures,+instructions,+2016.pdf/39bd9389-8f0b-3ec0-7de2-6d45ea29c850?t=1680597108285
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13.7.2018 | The world needs a global deal on chemicals say ministers and vice-ministers from eight countries Ministry of the Environment Publication date 13.7.2018 6.35 | Published in English on 14.9.2020 at 14.58 Type: News item The sound management of chemi...https://ym.fi/en/-/the-world-needs-a-global-deal-on-chemicals-say-ministers-and-vice-ministers-from-eight-countries
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Under klimatkonferensen COP29 anslöt sig Finland till flera nya initiativ och påskyndade viktiga tidigare lanserade initiativ för att främja rena lösningar.https://ym.fi/sv/-/finland-anslot-sig-till-flera-initiativ-och-deklarationer-vid-cop29-for-att-paskynda-klimatarbetet
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19.12.2017 | Renovated wastewater treatment plant in Petrozavodsk reduces eutrophication of Lake Onega Ministry of the Environment Publication date 19.12.2017 4.55 Type: Press release Press release of the Ministry of the Environment and Ministry for Foreign Af...https://ym.fi/en/-/renovated-wastewater-treatment-plant-in-petrozavodsk-reduces-eutrophication-of-lake-onega
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17.6.2020 | Annual Climate Change Report 2020: Emission reduction targets for the following years likely to be reached, carbon-neutral Finland by 2035 requires further action Ministry of the Environment Publication date 17.6.2020 7.51 Type: Press release The ...https://ym.fi/en/-/annual-climate-change-report-2020-emission-reduction-targets-for-the-following-years-likely-to-be-reached-carbon-neutral-finland-by-2035-requires-further-action
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15.4.2020 | The ban that entered into force on 15 April 2020 prohibits gillnet fishing in habitats important for the Saimaa ringed seal and its pups until the end of June. The ban does not concern gillnets used to catch vendace (Coregonus albula). The purpose of the ban is to prevent pups from being caught in the nets and dying and to promote the growth of the Saimaa ringed seal population.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/ban-on-gillnet-fishing-to-protect-saimaa-ringed-seal-into-force-on-15-april
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19.1.2018 | Minister Tiilikainen to visit Tunisia and Morocco on 22–27 January Ministry of the Environment Publication date 19.1.2018 7.46 Type: Press release Minister of the Environment, Energy and Housing Kimmo Tiilikainen will head a Team Finland visit to ...https://ym.fi/en/-/minister-tiilikainen-to-visit-tunisia-and-morocco-on-22-27-january
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16.3.2026 | The Ministry of the Environment will update its strategy as part of the preparations for future challenges and government terms. The online discussion that has now been opened ‘Where is the Ministry of the Environment headed?’ gathers views on what the role and targets of the ministry should be to address the changes in society, and what we should achieve by 2035.https://ym.fi/en/-/participate-and-influence-the-process-voxit-discussion-on-ministry-s-new-strategy-is-now-open
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12.9.2022 | The prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine and accelerating climate change have led to a situation in Finland and globally where the future seems rather uncertain. In the midst of uncertainty, decision-making is difficult. Finland will hold parliamentary elections in spring 2023, and the new Government Programme will outline policies for the next few years.https://ym.fi/en/-/10616/how-do-we-guide-finland-forward-in-the-midst-of-global-uncertainty-ministries-futures-review-provides-tools-for-decision-makers
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4.4.2023 | 1 N A T I O N A L B U I L D I N G C O D E O F F I N L A N D Strength and stability of structures Steel structures 2 Foreword The Ministry of the Environment publishes the recommendations for strength and stability re- lated to the design of steel ...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/35099218/Steel_structures+instructions+2019.pdf/b9e33e5d-4ed1-fab8-d834-0cc4ef982d42?t=1680596921653
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2.7.2026 | The draft National Restoration Plan has been circulated for views. The plan specifies how Finland aims to implement the EU Nature Restoration Regulation and improve the state of nature in the years to come. The draft should be ready to be submitted to the European Commission in the autumn. The Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry request for views on the draft plan by 27 August 2026 at the latest.https://ym.fi/en/-/draft-national-restoration-plan-circulated-for-views-aim-to-improve-state-of-nature
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3.2.2017 | International environmental protection event kicks off in Finland Ministry of the Environment Publication date 3.2.2017 6.53 Type: Press release Finland has been exceptionally successful in securing funding for two extensive environmental protecti...https://ym.fi/en/-/international-environmental-protection-event-kicks-off-in-finland
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3.3.2020 | Finland and 11 other Member States haste the process to tighten EU's emission reduction target Ministry of the Environment Publication date 3.3.2020 4.51 Type: Press release Finland and 11 other EU countries call on the European Commission to tigh...https://ym.fi/en/-/finland-and-11-other-member-states-haste-the-process-to-tighten-eu-s-emission-reduction-target
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29.7.2019 | Today is Earth Overshoot Day – Circular economy offers solutions for the sustainable use of natural resources Ministry of the Environment Publication date 29.7.2019 0.56 Type: Press release As of today, 29 July, we have consumed more renewable nat...https://ym.fi/en/-/today-is-earth-overshoot-day-circular-economy-offers-solutions-for-the-sustainable-use-of-natural-resources
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18.11.2016 | Minister of Agriculture and the Environment Kimmo Tiilikainen, accompanied by a business delegation, will visit Algeria on 20–21 November 2016, on the invitation of Abdeslam Chelgham, the Algerian Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Fishing. This is one of Team Finland export promotion visits.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/ministeri-tiilikainen-vienninedistamismatkalle-algeriaan-20-21-11-2016
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8.6.2016 | Abdeladim Lhafi, High Commissioner for Water and Forests of Morocco, visits Finland on 8-10 June, where he will also meet the Finnish Minister of Agriculture and the Environment Kimmo Tiilikainen. The aim of the visit is to deepen the cooperation relating to forests and aquaculture between the two countries and prepare for the meeting of the Conference of Parties to the UN Convention on Climate Change to be held in Marrakech on 7-18 November.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/high-commissioner-abdeladim-lhafi-from-morocco-a-country-preparing-for-the-un-climate-conference-on-a-visit-to-finland
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6.3.2026 | In 2025, about 6,600 hectares of forest habitats were protected under the Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland METSO. Last year Finnish forest owners protected permanently about 3,200 hectares of forest and concluded ten-year environmental forestry subsidy agreements concerning about 3,400 hectares. The area covered by nature management works was about 180 hectares.https://ym.fi/en/-/metso-programme-exceeded-targets-for-permanent-protection-good-progress-in-environmental-subsidies-and-nature-management-in-2025
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4.1.2017 | Global chemicals and waste governance should be reviewed Ministry of the Environment Publication date 4.1.2017 10.22 Type: News item Chemicals and waste governance is hampered by the inadequacy of international environmental law: hazardous chemica...https://ym.fi/en/-/global-chemicals-and-waste-governance-should-be-reviewed
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28.4.2020 | The Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy of Prime Minister Sanna Marin’s Government has made the ownership policy decisions concerning Metsähallitus for 2020–2024. The new policy measures are based on changes in the environment where we operate and objectives set in the Government Programme concerning, in particular, the carbon neutrality target to 2035, halting the loss of biodiversity and sustainable forestry.https://ym.fi/en/-/10616/metsahallitukselle-uudet-omistajapoliittiset-linjaukset
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24.6.2018 | Minister Tiilikainen to the EU Environment Council - Finland calls for stricter emission standards for new vehicles Ministry of the Environment Publication date 24.6.2018 8.35 Type: Press release The Minister of the Environment, Energy and Housing...https://ym.fi/en/-/minister-tiilikainen-to-the-eu-environment-council-finland-calls-for-stricter-emission-standards-for-new-vehicles
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11.2.2019 | Minister Tiilikainen of Finland invites European colleagues to discuss next steps for circular economy Ministry of the Environment Publication date 11.2.2019 7.01 Type: Press release Ministers and state secretaries from nine European countries wil...https://ym.fi/en/-/minister-tiilikainen-of-finland-invites-european-colleagues-to-discuss-next-steps-for-circular-economy
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4.4.2023 | Unofficial translation. Legally binding only in Finnish and Swedish Directive 2015/1535/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (32015L1535); OJ L 241, 17.9.2015, p. 1 Decree of the Ministry of the Environment on the Fire safety of Buildi...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/35099218/848_2017+paloasetus+EN+.pdf/762b73fb-4d66-9a54-5954-ea852f2840e7?t=1680606060956
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18.1.2019 | Professor Janne Kotiaho appointed as chair of Finnish national IPBES panel Ministry of the Environment Publication date 18.1.2019 6.54 Type: Press release Janne Kotiaho. © Picture: Petteri Kivimäki “The Panel is finding solutions for questions tha...https://ym.fi/en/-/professor-janne-kotiaho-appointed-as-chair-of-finnish-national-ipbes-panel
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19.10.2018 | Kotka National Urban Park is Finland’s best landscape project 2018 Ministry of the Environment Publication date 19.10.2018 4.41 Type: Press release Katarina Seaside Park. © Photo: Tapio Heikkilä, Ministry of the Environment The Kotka National Urba...https://ym.fi/en/-/kotka-national-urban-park-is-finland-s-best-landscape-project-2018
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25.6.2018 | Tiilikainen: EU needs an ambitious Long-term Climate Strategy, zero emissions by 2050 as the target Ministry of the Environment Publication date 25.6.2018 14.43 Type: Press release ”The EU must aim for zero emissions by 2050, and our target to 203...https://ym.fi/en/-/tiilikainen-eu-needs-an-ambitious-long-term-climate-strategy-zero-emissions-by-2050-as-the-target
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1.9.2022 | The budget proposal for 2023 of Prime Minister Sanna Marin’s Government builds sustainable growth for the future, secures purchasing power and assists people with the hike in electricity prices. The budget proposal responds to the effects of Russia’s war of aggression and inflation, improves safety and security, security of supply, and energy self-sufficiency, and provides further investment in research and development and in the green transition.https://ym.fi/en/-/10616/government-budget-proposal-for-2023-secures-purchasing-power-compensates-price-hike-in-electricity-and-strengthens-conditions-for-sustainable-growth
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4.4.2023 | N A T I O N A L B U I L D I N G C O D E O F F I N L A N D Strength and stability of structures Composite steel and concrete structures 2 Foreword The Ministry of the Environment publishes the recommendations for strength and stability re- lated to...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/35099218/Composite+steel+and+concrete+structures.pdf/8e0fde27-ca55-dbc8-7b0f-f8440cfe999f?t=1680597038010
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6.7.2026 | Kestävän kehityksen korkean tason poliittinen foorumi (High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, HLPF) järjestetään New Yorkissa 7.–15. heinäkuuta. Vuosittainen kokous arvioi vuonna 2015 sovitun YK:n kestävän kehityksen toimintaohjelma Agenda 2030:n tavoitteiden edistymistä. Suomen valtuuskuntaa johtaa ympäristö- ja ilmastoministeri Sari Multalan valtiosihteeri Mika Nykänen.https://ym.fi/-/yk-n-kestavan-kehityksen-seurantakokous-pyrkii-vauhdittamaan-agenda-2030-tavoitteiden-edistamista
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25.11.2016 | Minister Tiilikainen to visit Mexico on a trade mission on 28 November–1 December Ministry of the Environment Publication date 25.11.2016 11.33 Type: Press release Minister of Agriculture and the Environment Kimmo Tiilikainen, accompanied by a bus...https://ym.fi/en/-/minister-tiilikainen-to-visit-mexico-on-a-trade-mission-on-28-november-1-december
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24.5.2016 | Nordic support for a solid global environmental governance Ministry of the Environment Publication date 24.5.2016 6.59 Type: News item The Nordic Council of Ministers for the environment is prepared to support the implementation of the Agenda 2030...https://ym.fi/en/-/nordic-support-for-a-solid-global-environmental-governance
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10.10.2016 | Combating homelessness turns to prevention – pilot for apartment insurance starts Ministry of the Environment Publication date 10.10.2016 4.00 Type: Press release The focus on reducing homelessness is turning to prevention in accordance with the p...https://ym.fi/en/-/combating-homelessness-turns-to-prevention-pilot-for-apartment-insurance-starts
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13.1.2016 | Marine protection cooperation in the Gulf of Finland to continue Ministry of the Environment Publication date 13.1.2016 6.43 Type: News item © Photo: Ismo Tiainen, Ministry of the Environment Minister of Agriculture and the Environment of Finland ...https://ym.fi/en/-/marine-protection-cooperation-in-the-gulf-of-finland-to-continue
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15.12.2016 | National park to Hossa to celebrate Finland's 100 years of independence Ministry of the Environment Publication date 15.12.2016 9.33 Type: Press release The Government has given a legislative proposal concerning the designation of areas in Hossa, ...https://ym.fi/en/-/national-park-to-hossa-to-celebrate-finland-s-100-years-of-independence
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21.6.2016 | Observation of the critically endangered Baltic Sea harbour porpoise starts again Ministry of the Environment Publication date 21.6.2016 7.34 Type: Press release Early summer is a good time to observe harbour porpoises in the Baltic Sea waters. Ha...https://ym.fi/en/-/observation-of-the-critically-endangered-baltic-sea-harbour-porpoise-starts-again
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4.12.2015 | The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2015 the International Year of Soils. The aim of IYS 2015 is to raise awareness about the profound importance of soil for human life and to increase people's understanding of soil, its functions and the ecosystem services it offers.https://ym.fi/en/-/1410837/maaperan-hyvinvointia-korostava-julistus-sai-laajan-allekirjoittajajoukon
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4.12.2015 | Declaration emphasising the health of soils gains widespread support Ministry of the Environment Publication date 4.12.2015 9.35 Type: Press release Press release of the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry The ...https://ym.fi/en/-/declaration-emphasising-the-health-of-soils-gains-widespread-support
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14.1.2016 | New national park to celebrate Finland's 100 years of independence Ministry of the Environment Publication date 14.1.2016 7.45 Type: Press release Hossa area. Photo: Sirke Seppänen, Metsähallitus Minister of Agriculture and the Environment Kimmo T...https://ym.fi/en/-/new-national-park-to-celebrate-finland-s-100-years-of-independence
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15.1.2018 | Two new nature conservation areas to Russia near the Finnish border Ministry of the Environment Publication date 15.1.2018 9.19 Type: Press release Waterfall at Rautalahdenniemi at the Lake Ladoga National Park. © Photo: Olli Manninen, the image b...https://ym.fi/en/-/two-new-nature-conservation-areas-to-russia-near-the-finnish-border
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14.2.2017 | The Finnish Shepherd Weeks concept is pursuing the award for the best European landscape project Ministry of the Environment Publication date 14.2.2017 9.13 Type: Press release Sheep by a traditional landscape farm at Hiidenmaa, Finland. © Photo: ...https://ym.fi/en/-/the-finnish-shepherd-weeks-concept-is-pursuing-the-award-for-the-best-european-landscape-project
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17.11.2020 | Re-use of structural elements Environmentally efficient recovery of building components This publication was produced within the Ministry of the Environment research project Repetitive Utilization of Structural Elements (ReUSE). The project aims a...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/38678498/Reuse+of+structural+elements.pdf/232736f5-472a-a252-06f1-d3c614b5bf1b?t=1605598230958
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7.11.2014 | World Expertise in Protected Areas to Sydney Ministry of the Environment Publication date 7.11.2014 12.08 Type: News item Oulanka National Park, a member in the global protected area network. © Tapio Heikkilä, YHA-kuvapankki The IUCN World Parks C...https://ym.fi/en/-/world-expertise-in-protected-areas-to-sydney
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2.12.2013 | Environmental ministers of the Barents Euro-Arctic Council meet in Inari Ministry of the Environment Publication date 2.12.2013 7.10 Type: Press release The 11th meeting of the Barents Euro-Arctic Council’s Ministers of Environment will be held in...https://ym.fi/en/-/environmental-ministers-of-the-barents-euro-arctic-council-meet-in-inari
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24.6.2014 | Minister Haavisto to attend the first session of the United Nations Environment Assembly in Nairobi Ministry of the Environment Publication date 24.6.2014 7.00 Type: Press release The United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) will meet for its fi...https://ym.fi/en/-/minister-haavisto-to-attend-the-first-session-of-the-united-nations-environment-assembly-in-nairobi
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28.4.2015 | The Ministry of the Environment moves to energy efficient premises at the beginning of May Ministry of the Environment Publication date 28.4.2015 7.59 Type: Press release The Ministry of the Environment will move to the address Aleksanterinkatu 7 ...https://ym.fi/en/-/the-ministry-of-the-environment-moves-to-energy-efficient-premises-at-the-beginning-of-may
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21.10.2020 | GOVERNMENT DECISION ON FINLAND’S NATIONAL LAND USE GUIDELINES Issued on 14 December 2017. This Government decision replaces the decision on Finland’s National Land Use Guidelines taken by the Government on 30 November 2000 and revised by the Gover...https://ym.fi/documents/1410903/38439968/VAT_14122017_english-C8DAA05E_FBC8_490E_A805_37BCE01A1E43-138177.pdf/a839c419-96c5-2807-739c-37c17bea76a5?t=1603259600101