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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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This policy brief examines three good practice examples of Industrial Symbiosis (IS) from the Baltic Sea Region and outlines practical guidelines for public authorities and business development organisations on how…
State of the Nordic Region 2018 Migration and Integration presents a series of facts and figures showing the current state of integration within core socioeconomic sectors, including demography, the labour…
The Nordic Region is currently undergoing a number of major demographic trends. The population is growing in all five Nordic countries, largely due to immigration, while also becoming increasingly concentrated…
In this report, the characteristics and consequences of the compact city ideal in Nordic cities, and more specifically in their city centres, are investigated. The research was done in the…
Migration has been a major source of population increase in the Nordic countries for the past decades. Meanwhile, the employment gap between refugees and immigrants, on the one hand, and…
Brownfield regeneration involves the redevelopment of underutilised areas of a city. This contributes to limiting urban sprawl and promotes investment to restore land that has been contaminated by industrial activity….
The aim of this report is to provide local authorities with ideas on how to implement the 2030 Agenda and to inform experts and policy makers at national and regional…
Despite relatively high standards of living, several indicators show that large groups of young people in the Nordic countries are not thriving. In addition, regional variations in the situation of…
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.
