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Publications
Nordregio’s publications present applied research and policy-relevant analysis on regional development across the Nordic, Arctic, and Baltic regions. Drawing on shared challenges and comparative perspectives, our research supports evidence-based decision-making and promotes Nordic added value in spatial planning, demography, governance, and sustainability.
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In rural areas, digital connectivity is often framed as a question of coverage, cost and commercial viability. But Tavelsjö, Sweden, shows that broadband development is also about local mobilisation, trust…
Abstract The lack of research on why certain locations are perceived as unsafe has often been attributed to the scarcity of suitable data on place-based fear of crime. To address…
This interactive storymap explores the case of Brožiai Smart Village, where community-led initiatives, digital experimentation and local entrepreneurship developed despite limited high-speed internet access. Through interviews and local examples, the…
This edition examines how randomised experiments can be used to inform economic policy in the Nordic countries. Drawing on experiences from large‑scale trials in areas such as taxation, labour markets,…
How do we keep young people cycling as they grow up? Cycling habits are shaped early but often decline during adolescence. This transition has implications for long-term mobility, public health,…
State of the Nordic Region 2026 provides an overview of recent developments across the Nordic Region. With data, maps and analysis, the report shows the current state of play within…
The Nordica Crisis Management Game is an interactive simulation where players step into the role of decision-makers, guiding a fictional Nordic society toward a just and sustainable future, before crises…
This policy brief looks at ways to integrate Indigenous and local knowledge in the increasingly digitalised process of marine spatial planning. It examines challenges and opportunities and presents 7 key…
State of the Nordic Region
State of the Nordic Region is Nordregio’s flagship publication on regional development. Published every two years, the report provides a comprehensive overview of key trends shaping the Nordic countries, regions, and municipalities. It draws on the statistical data, maps and research-based analysis and highlights key developments on demography, labour market and economy.
