Implementing Iijoki River Vision and Action Plan
The Iijoki River Agreement has been made between four municipalities (Ii, Oulu, Pudasjärvi and Taivalkoski), PVO-Vesivoima Oy, Metsähallitus and the Economic Development Centre for Northern Finland.
The aim of the agreement is to increase the value of the river by restoring migratory fish stocks, improving water quality through watershed restoration, and developing tourism, recreation and livelihood opportunities.
The main projects include fish passages, both upstream and downstream, and the ecological restoration of drained peatlands. Large-scale peatland restoration will significantly improve water quality and biodiversity, and help mitigate climate change.
The Iijoki River Vision and Action Plan was created during the EU-funded Iijoen OTWA Project (2015–2018). The project has been considered a success because it improved river basin collaboration, built trust and helped resolve conflicting interests.
For more information
Lauri Rantala
Iijoki River Coordinator
[email protected]
tel +358 40 6475 475
In cooperation
Municipalities: Ii, Oulu, Pudasjärvi, Taivalkoski
Companies: PVO-Vesivoima Oy
Public organisations: Metsähallitus, Economic Development Centre for Northern Finland
