From Helsinki: During the pandemic, the Finns have had relatively lower levels of cases in this county with high social cohesion.  The proximity to nature has been welcome during this period that has paused the trend toward urbanization.  We look to the example of Finland in technological innovation and preservation of the environment.  There are lessons from Arctic Sea expeditions, and we review their team’s recently published children’s book Patrick the Polar Bear: Operation Paw Print.  We learn about the mission of the John Nurminen Foundation to conserve the Baltic Sea and its heritage for future generations.

Guest: Mr. Tommi Juusela, an independent board executive who has served in leadership with Nokia and Neste renewable energy.  He is an active Arctic explorer and Vice-Chair of the John Nurminen Foundation based in Finland.