Basics of ecological compensation

The course deals with biodiversity offsetting as part of the solution to the pressing environmental problems of our time, namely biodiversity loss and climate change. The course provides a basic understanding of the principles and practices that guide the technical implementation of offsets. Biodiversity offsetting has been in use in many countries for a long time, but in Finland it is a relatively recent development. This course will introduce you to the workings of our evolving offsetting system and the national legislation on voluntary biodiversity offsetting. The main actors involved in biodiversity offsetting and their role in the offsetting scheme will also be introduced. When implemented correctly, biodiversity offsetting is not greenwashing, and the course will show why. On completion of the course, students will be equipped to continue their studies into biodiversity offsetting calculation.