{"id":1053,"date":"2026-03-18T15:46:11","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pekki.org\/?page_id=1053"},"modified":"2026-03-18T17:02:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T15:02:55","slug":"pekki-ry","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pekki.org\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Pekki ry"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Pekki Association<\/h1>\n

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Promoting the value of Finnish wood and sustainable living<\/p>\n

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The Pekki Association (registered association) promotes the value and responsible use of Finnish wood and encourages environmentally conscious choices. We organize events, training sessions, and discussions, support the sustainable production of wood products, and preserve the heritage of Pekki tables.<\/p>\n

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The association operates openly and internationally, collaborating with partners across the sector to advance a sustainable future through research, communication, and cooperation.<\/p>\n

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Our long-term goal is to establish a foundation to expand and develop our activities and to ensure their continuity.<\/p>\n

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Our association\u2019s board consists of knowledgeable and committed members with broad skills and experience from various fields.<\/p>\n

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Matti Salminen, Masa<\/strong><\/p>\n

Expertise: Wood sector operations<\/p>\n

Masa is an experienced professional in the wood sector, focusing on developing sustainable practices and promoting the responsible use of resources. His expertise supports the wood sector in achieving environmentally friendly goals. Masa is a carpenter who manufactures Pekki tables and also works as a woodworking teacher.<\/p>\n

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Laia Sal\u00f3 i Nevado<\/strong><\/p>\n

Expertise: Education, research, and problem-solving<\/p>\n

Laia is an education specialist with expertise in research and problem-solving. Her work aims to promote lifelong learning and to strengthen competence within the wood sector. She is a versatile professional with extensive international networks.<\/p>\n

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Jorma Palm\u00e9n<\/strong><\/p>\n

Expertise: Innovation and entrepreneurship<\/p>\n

Jorma has in-depth expertise in innovation and entrepreneurship. He supports the wood sector in developing new business ideas and opportunities, thereby promoting growth and development. In addition, Jorma has expertise in the symbiotic relationship between trees and fungi.<\/p>\n

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If you are interested in the activities of the Pekki Association or would like to support our <\/strong>work, please contact us.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Pekki Association contact details:<\/p>\n

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Matti Salminen
\nChair of the Board
\nmasa@pekki.org
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Pekki Association contact details:<\/p>\n

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Wood Day<\/h1>\n

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Wood Day on Saturday, 23rd of May 2026, 11:00\u201314:00 at Oodi Central Library, Helsinki<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Wood Day is a public event open to everyone, focusing on domestic wood and its responsible use. Wood Day invites us to reflect on our relationship with wood \u2014 in nature, in the built environment, and in everyday products. How can we, through our own choices, support more sustainable ways of using this valuable natural resource? On Wood Day, Oodi will host several activity points where visitors can explore Finnish wood species in different ways.<\/p>\n

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Wood Day 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

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