Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and President-elect of the European Council Antonio Costa met in Helsinki on Tuesday 8 October. In their meeting, they discussed the EU strategic agenda for 2024–2029 and Finland’s objectives for the current EU legislative term.

Achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 is a key goal for Finland, requiring ambitious efforts across various sectors, including land use. The Climate Plan for the Land Use Sector outlines critical strategies to reduce emissions and enhance carbon sinks in agriculture, forestry, and land use changes. This plan supports Finland’s broader climate goals and aligns with the European Union’s climate commitments. Through initiatives like the Catch the Carbon programme, which has funded over 150 innovative projects, the plan fosters collaboration among stakeholders and promotes sustainable land management practices essential for meeting Finland’s climate targets.