When the village store disappears and is reborn – the self-service model offers a new opportunity
The decline of village shops has affected many rural communities, but new self-service solutions and community-based projects bring hope for maintaining vitality. Risto Kortetjärvi (Fiksukyläkaupat Oy) is a full-time village shopkeeper who owns several village shops operating on a self-service model. Kortetjärvi says that his career has gone from being an automation engineer to being a full-time village shopkeeper. – We moved to the country, and there was no shop there. We decided to start it ourselves, and since we couldn’t […]
Sustainable events are born from planning, collaboration and a positive attitude
Village and association events play an important role in building community, but they are increasingly seen as places to promote environmental responsibility. Sustainable event production does not only mean sorting waste, but a holistic way of thinking that takes into account ecological, social and cultural perspectives. Currently, the Seinäjoki District is focusing on improving the ecology of the area and special attention is paid to environmental friendliness when organizing events. The themes are related to the ongoing District […]
September newsletter – autumn news
October newsletter topics: Green village gate event 26.11.2025 in Seinäjoki Village goods rental shops on display! Buyers receive support to prepare for a corporate acquisition See the list of those who received funding – 19 new recipients of support Making the village look like young people! Youth Leader theme search ongoing until the end of October Upcoming board meetings New website offers up-to-date information on the sustainable use of peatlands Save time, improve economy – Micro-enterprise digital leap information dissemination project starts The Culture Bank invites […]
New website provides up-to-date information on the sustainable use of peatlands
The Sustainable Peatland Use Expertise Cluster consists of regional and national actors who want to promote the sustainable and equitable use of peatlands. The cluster shares information, develops practical solutions, and strengthens expertise and inclusion so that peatlands can be utilized in a balanced way, taking into account all dimensions of sustainability. Various communities are also important actors when considering the sustainable use of peatlands. The cluster encourages communities to consider their opportunities to participate in, for example, restoration activities, […]
See the list of those who received funding
We will publish the funding received when the ELY Centre has made an official decision on them. The decisions made by the ELY Centre from 14 August to 20 October 2025 are listed below. Project grants Investments in the development of the rural operating environment Ilmajoki Workers' Association - Development/painting of the workers' house Peräseinäjoki Hunting Association - Renovation of the roof of the PSJMS yacht lodge Lakeuden Koiraurheilukeskus Oy - Expansion of the dog sports centre Public benefit climate investment Jalasjärven Itäinen Hunting Association - Lahtivaja refrigeration equipment […]
Five energy saving tips just for you
Small actions matter. Anna-Sofia Laurila, an intern in Liiver's Eco-Acts Together project, compiled five tips to help you save energy in your own everyday life. Adjust the room temperature lower. Even a one-degree reduction saves 5 % in heating costs. At the same time, the strain on the environment is also lower. Reduce water consumption by investing in water-saving taps, shower heads and toilets. Heating water requires a lot of energy, so […]
Energy renovations of village houses can result in big savings
Energy Saving Week will be celebrated this year from 6 to 12 October 2025. During Energy Saving Week, we highlight village associations that have improved the energy efficiency of their village houses and made them more comfortable and sustainable places for the entire community. Safer and more energy-efficient Ylivallin Seurala Improvements have been made to the Ylivallin Seurala to make the village's common house even safer, more energy-efficient and accessible to everyone. The repairs were based on a previously conducted condition survey. The lighting has been completely renewed […]
Village equipment rental shops emerge
Sustainable development is created by everyday actions. Goods rental shops offer the opportunity to rent various goods, equipment and machines when you need them – without everyone having to buy everything themselves. This saves money, space and natural resources. We encourage everyone to get to know the goods rental shops in the local area and use them for everyday and party needs! Goods rental shops in the villages of the Liiveri area: Honkakylä goods rental shop (Seinäjoki) Asemanseudu Kehittämisyhdistensen goods rental shop (Ylistaro) Nopankylä […]
Trial support speeds up the start of cut flower cultivation
Eini Laukkanen grows cut flowers in open ground in Ylistaro, Seinäjoki. She assembles bouquets of the flowers she grows for sale, which have already sold well in their first summer. – I have been surprised by how much demand there is for local flowers. I have only advertised my business on my Instagram and a couple of times on Facebook in the open grape radios of Seinäjoki and Ylistaro. Still, there have been a lot of inquiries, she says with satisfaction. The idea of cutting flowers […]
Eco-friendly park launches – communities join in developing their climate and environmental expertise
Liiverin Ekosparraamo offers communities free support for planning and implementing climate and environmental actions. You can join without a ready-made plan – together we will find suitable solutions and ways for the community to promote sustainable everyday life. Ekosparraamo organizes various workshops on themes desired by the communities. Together with experts, you can develop, for example, waste sorting and composting, implement an environmental art workshop, organize a goods exchange event or a repair workshop. For community buildings […]