Regional coordination

Regional climate work boosted by coordinators

In the Canemure project, regional climate work was promoted in seven regions: South Karelia,
Pirkanmaa, North Ostrobothnia, Päijät-Häme, Satakunta, Uusimaa, and Southwest Finland.
Key regional actors involved in climate change mitigation participated in this work. The
regional climate coordinator, supported by regional cooperation groups, facilitated the
efforts. Collaboration is intended to continue in these areas in the future.

Roadmaps guide climate work

Regional climate change mitigation roadmaps were developed to further promote targeted efforts to reduce climate emissions. The climate roadmaps open up opportunities and provide direction for numerous actors in the area. The roadmaps will be updated as needed and are intended to be implemented in collaboration with key stakeholders in the field. Actual emission reduction measures are typically the responsibility of municipalities, as well as companies in the energy, transport, and trade sectors, building owners, and agricultural entrepreneurs. Additionally, industry associations, the state, and research institutions play a key role in achieving results. The implementation of the actions outlined in the roadmaps and changes in various climate work indicators have been monitored regularly.

Networks and collaboration

In addition to leading the roadmap process, the regional climate coordinators’ key tasks include communication and promoting collaboration among key actors. Support has been particularly focused on assisting municipalities in their climate work. Information regarding the effectiveness of measures, progress on the roadmap, and funding opportunities for climate work has been shared with local actors.

Collaboration groups have encouraged local businesses, municipalities, and residents to create new practices that reduce emissions, which have been shared through platforms such as Sustainabilityleap.fi. The aim has been to raise awareness, support local decision-making, and enhance well-being. Information about regional climate work has been disseminated through websites, blog posts, and newsletters. Regional cooperation groups have also accelerated the emergence of new research and development projects implemented in the participating regions.

Extensive networks have been a strength, and collaboration among numerous different actors will continue even after the project concludes. The activation of municipalities during the project will also have a lasting impact.