NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND GOOD BUSINESS
The region is developing steadily. Quality, design and environment are the key words to know-how, not to forget the traditional fields of industry.
Wood and innovative potential are one of the most important resources for the region of Päijät-Häme. Although in addition to the woodworking and furniture industries, metal, plastic and textile goods are of the highest quality and locally manufactured for domestic and global markets. Progressive innovations originate especially from the environmental and recycling sector of the industry. Both agriculture and forestry still represent essential sources of income in the rural areas.
The region of Päijät-Häme is known of its University of Applied Sciences, colleges and vocational institutions. For example the Design Institute of the University of Applied Sciences has been the recipient of numerous international awards in design. Also the Units of University of Helsinki and Lappeenranta University of Technology provide tertiary level studies in Lahti. Tradition is enhanced by education and experience. The future of the region is in competitive education, both vocational and academic.
