North Savo – Region of Thousands of Opportunities
North Savo – Region of Thousands of Opportunities
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North Savo and its seven wonders
North Savo is a wonderful place in itself. Its inhabitants are so self-aware that they light-heartedly consider the market square in Kuopio, the capital of the region, to be the Centre of the Universe. And what about the Savonian language, one of the many dialects of Finland that sounds peculiar? The wonders of the region include the rich dialect and the traditional dish of kalakukko (fish baked inside a crust of bread). Discover all the wonders of North Savo, and you might fall in love with its nature and inhabitants!
Towards a green and clean region
North Savo is doing well nationally in the green transition. It is a huge societal change that is only just beginning, and projects are multiplying. It is a big opportunity for the region. This means not only clean energy and circular economy, but also more sustainable buildings, a more sustainable food system, new forms of mobility and the development of ecosystem services. Finland's largest biogas plant and excellence in energy technology are our strengths in the green transition.
Region's vision and plans into action
The North Savo Regional Council is a statutory joint authority, which is tasked with representing inhabitans, municipalities and business interests nationally and internationally. All the region’s municipalities (19) are members of the Council.
About Us (in Finnish)
North Savo in a nutshell
North Savo is the sixth largest county in Finland in terms of population. Kuopio is a university city with a population of approximately 124,000. The Kuopio region, including the growing and vibrant Siilinjärvi, is one of Finland’s most dynamic growth centres when measured by metrics of vitality and competitive variables. Varkaus is a modern industrial town located in the southern part of the region. Iisalmi is an important hub for the northern part of the county. Iisalmi region and particularly Vieremä are known for their internationally esteemed machine industry, strong wood industry and varied food production industry.
Iisalmi
Iisalmi, a vibrant Savo town surrounded by lakes and rivers, is the functional centre of the 60 000 inhabitant Ylä-Savo region. The 21 600 inhabitants of the town can enjoy living in a safe and inspiring environment close to nature. The city centre is encircled by lakes, rivers and hilly terrain.
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The capital city of Kuopio is one of the most attractive cities in Finland in terms of companies, jobs, studies and population growth. Varkaus is a technology town of large international companies. We take off from Siilinjärvi, and miracles are done in the Iisalmi region. And oh my Suonenjoki, strawberry fields forever! Watch the municipal videos and get to know us better!