Transboundary Cooperation Between Finland and Its Neighbouring Countries

Abstract

Finland, which is situated in northern Europe, is very rich in water resources. It has about 60,000 lakes of various shapes and sizes and is a Baltic Sea riparian country. Most of the aquifers are situated in gravel and sand eskers. According to the Water Poverty Index, Finland is the highest-ranking country in the list of the world’s water-rich nations. Only 2.2% of the water available in Finland is actually used each year.