Metsähallitus’ Vision and Values

Metsähallitus' strategy

After the reform of the Act on Metsähallitus, the policy definitions in the Government Programme and other changes in Metsähallitus' operating environment, Metsähallitus renewed its strategy for the period 2016–2020. The Government Programme defines objectives not only for Metsähallitus but also separately determined targets for business operations and Parks & Wildlife Finland, from the additional use of wood to water protection and international nature tourism.

The expectations of the owner, customers and other stakeholders are many and varied. Metsähallitus is required to generate revenues for the government, to engage in regional development, to provide and promote services and well-being for citizens, to safeguard biodiversity and, for example, to implement climate benefits.

Metsähallitus intends to meet these targets and expectations by leading the way in versatile bio-economy.

In the coming years, we will plan and execute our work and activities in such a way that

• We guarantee the best possible sustainable return on state-owned land over generations
• We enhance the vitality of regions
• We lead the way in responsible operations and halt the loss of biodiversity on state lands and waters
• We operate uniformly and efficiently, making use of the opportunities of digitalisation

Metsähallitus’ values:

• Results through co-operation
  – We work for the good of a united Metsähallitus
  – We are proactive and open
  – Through co-operation with our stakeholders we ensure the best solutions
• Employee well-being
  – The mental and physical well-being of employees is our common goal
  – Everyone participates in the development of our work community
  – We support lifelong learning and development for individuals in our work community
  – We treat one another in a manner that is just and fair
• Focus on customers
  – Our operations are based on customers’ needs and feedback
  – Our customers are happy with our services
  – We exceed our customers’ expectations
• Profitability
  – Profitable operations create future opportunities
  – We all contribute to the financial results
  – We aim to continuously improve our financial results and the quality and quantity of our services
• Responsible management and use of natural resources
  – Metsähallitus has precise information on natural resources
  – Our decisions are guided by our ecological, social and economic goals
  – We use natural resources in a sustainable way