Metla conducts research and development activities that have scientifically high standards and positive social impacts, and that enhance sustainable use of forests as well as economic competitiveness.
The research priorities are
- forest-based enterprise and business activities,
- social impact of forests,
- structure and functions of forest ecosystems and
- information reserves of forestry and the forest environment.
Metla’s organizational and operational structure is built to support the needs of its clients
Metla is a process-based matrix organization; it consists of core and support processes and the regional Research Units
Resources focused on core activities, rapid response and cost-effectiveness
Metla’s resources are aimed at production, acquisition and implementation of research information. The aim is to double the amount of external funding.
Continuous improvement of skills and lifelong learning
In a working environment based on shared values the following features are particularly appreciated: unity, initiative, skills and competence, good administrative culture and a customer-based attitude.
