Juha Valkola

The implementation of EU deforestation regulation, effective since 2023, is more timely than ever. A phase-in year for implementation was introduced, with an extended period for small and medium-sized companies, but...

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is a hot topic in many organizations. In the wood industry, the regulation introduces new requirements at different stages of production and trade, particularly with...

The EU’s new regulations for sustainability are impacting industries across the EU and even beyond. As a result, the wood industry is facing increasing demands to implement practices that promote sustainable wood...

The EU Deforestation Regulation requires a new level of data traceability for operators in the timber industry. The requirements of the regulation apply to the entire value chain, affecting businesses of all sizes, not...

As 2023 starts, the situation in most energy companies remains the same as at the end of the previous year: there is fierce price competition and struggle for ensuring availability of raw materials. The energy crisis...