Priodiversity LIFE: Protecting biodiversity through restoration

Priodiversity LIFE: Protecting biodiversity through restoration Matti Koivula from the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) discusses the advancement of forest restoration techniques in Northern European forests and explains how the Priodiversity LIFE project will enhance this knowledge base, address biodiversity loss, and contribute to EU restoration goals. Priodiversity LIFE is a large-scale, multidisciplinary restoration project in Finland, targeting forests, wetlands, peatlands, and cultural habitats. With a budget of around €50 million, it stands out among restoration efforts. Coordinated by the Metsähallitus Parks and Wildlife Finland, the project involves several administrative and research bodies, including the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), which oversees long-term monitoring over 10–30 years post-restoration.