Finland weighs old-growth forest cuts for Taivalkoski mining jobs

Finland's state forest manager Metsähallitus signals possible concessions to allow logging of old-growth forests in Taivalkoski to support mining-related employment. Environmental protection of these forests conflicts with local economic development goals. The decision is pending and could set a precedent for forest policy.

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