Please, take good care of me.

With love,

Vesijärvi

Vesijärvi Foundation – A visible leader in water management

The mission of the Vesijärvi Foundation is to support and enhance the scientific, economic, and social environment necessary for effective water management, ensuring that the region’s waters reach a good ecological status.

The story of Vesijärvi

A Polluted Lake in the 1970s

In the early 1970s, Vesijärvi was infamously known as a polluted lake. The rapid industrial growth in Lahti had put a heavy burden on the water system, causing severe pollution and ecological degradation. The water was murky, the shores were littered, and aquatic life suffered greatly.

The condition of the lake raised concerns among local residents and stakeholders, who decided to take action.

Restoration efforts began

The City of Lahti, together with local businesses and communities, initiated extensive restoration efforts, including:

Establishing the Vesijärvi Foundation
Initiating research projects
Improving wastewater treatment
Implementing lake restoration projects
Launching educational campaigns targeting both individuals and companies

Years of commitment and collaboration paid off: the water quality of Vesijärvi improved significantly.

Vesijärvi today

Today, Vesijärvi is vibrant, with clean shores and a thriving ecosystem. The lake has become a popular recreational area where people can enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating. Vesijärvi has truly become the living room of the residents of Lahti. This transformation has been made possible through the efforts of the community.

However, the lake requires continuous care and maintenance to remain clean and accessible in the future. Everyone can enjoy the beauty and resources of Vesijärvi all year round.

Now it’s our turn to give back and take care of it. Join us and become a supporter of Vesijärvi today!

Follow the condition of Vesijärvi

See where we are active now

With Vesijärvi Foundation’s map tool, you can track real-time water management and monitoring activities in Vesijärvi and its catchment area. The tool provides easy-to-understand information about the water quality, monitoring data, and restoration efforts.

Explore the map tool and see how we protect our local water bodies!

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