Finnish citizens’ jury on climate actions

A report on the Finnish citizens’ jury, which discussed the fairness and effectiveness of national climate measures.

The process was carried through by a group of researchers at the University of Turku who are specialized in citizens’ juries. They used random sampling to convene a jury composed of 33 members. Factors taken into account in the jury’s composition included regional aspects, gender, language and age.

The task of the jury was to assess the measures to be included in the new climate change policy plan that extends until 2035. The focus in the discussions was on emission reduction measures concerning housing, mobility and food that are particularly relevant for individual citizens, and on how just and effective they are likely to be.

Source: Ministry of the Environment, Finland
Author information: Katarina Kulha, Hilma Ring, Mikko Leino, Maija Setälä, Mari Taskinen, Maija Jäske

Year of publication: 2021