In this project we map all potential drained peatland areas in the Iijoki River basin, which could retain ditchwaters and thus decrease nutrients and sediment loads to Iijoki River. The mapping algorithm utilizes a geospatial data and is validated with field measurements of four pilot areas. As a result, the method of utilizing drained peatlands for water protection is scaled up to the whole country, and a specific plan for the Iijoki River to implement the water protection method is developed.
For more information:
Lauri Rantala, Iijoki River Coordinator
[email protected], tel. +358 40 6475 475
The project is funded by Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment / North Ostrobothnia. Co-funders are, Municipalities: Ii, Oulu, Pudasjärvi and Taivalkoski, Companies: PVO-Vesivoima Oy, Metsähallitus Metsätalous Oy and Metsähallitus Luontopalvelut. Total budget is 284 000 €.
