Lapland’s pure Arctic nature and its resources are the foundation of a sustainable business environment and create a one-of-a-kind business culture. Innovations, that spark from extreme conditions and a communal and trusting atmosphere, make an efficient seedbed possible for bold investors and businesses. Lapland is a well-connected, stable and functional region that best delivers sustainable and reliable business opportunities.
Climate change and the green transition open up new sustainable business opportunities in Lapland, like renewable energy and carbon sinks. The Arctic area must be at the leading edge of the fight against climate change and innovate potential into reality. Four business experts and investors from abroad came to Lapland to explore the business potential. Read more about what possibilities were seen under the surface. READ MORE >>
Four business experts and investors joined the Lapland Expedition. The explorers were impressed and had a lot to say about Lapland’s business potential. Lapland has business and investment potential, for example, in renewable energy and carbon-neutral innovations. WATCH THE VIDEO AND READ MORE >>
Lapland’s Arctic conditions are unique compared to the rest of the globe. The Northern weather and surroundings create a one-of-a-kind environment that encourages new ways of thinking and approaching situations.
Nature teaches us how to plan and prepare for the future, explains Henri Toppala from BRP Finland.
People in Lapland have a great connection to nature because it surrounds them everywhere and is a part of everyday life. Relationship with nature helps to inspire and create sustainable solutions in business, too.
A Sami musician, writer and entrepreneur Ante Aikio tells how Arctic nature has inspired so much and opened many opportunities.
Finnish Lapland has a strong sense of cooperation which also manifests in the business environment. Honest collaboration and way of working together roots in the region’s culture and history.
Mika Riipi, County Governor at Regional Council of Lapland, thinks that businesses in the area see collaboration as a key to success.
Business requires courage and risk management. And the Lappish way of life and unpredictable nature teaches how to handle it all almost without even noticing it.
An entrepreneur and extreme sports enthusiast Aksana Kurola says that it takes courage to do things your own way.
Lapland’s practical aspects support businesses and people: good accessibility, working connections, professional workforce and premium quality of life make locating into the area easy.
The Lappish workforce is very committed and people have long employments, explains Liisa Ansala, Managing Director of Lapland Chamber of Commerce.
Endless opportunities for doing sustainable business and investing in future growth