About Nordregio

Nordregio is a leading Nordic research institute dedicated to regional development and planning. Our mission is to provide policymakers and practitioners with the knowledge and tools necessary to support sustainable and inclusive development across the Nordic Region and beyond.

Operating at the international, national, regional and local levels, Nordregio’s research covers a broad geographic scope, with an emphasis on the Nordics, but also the Baltic Sea Regions, Europe and the Arctic. We focus on key areas such as urban planning, rural development, demography, and governance. Our multidisciplinary approach combines high-quality research with practical insights. Other core competencies include quantitative analysis, GIS, and cartographic visualisation, which are applied to identify and communicate regional and societal patterns, supporting evidence-based policymaking.

Collaboration is at the heart of our strategy. By engaging with stakeholders at local, regional, and international levels, we foster knowledge exchange and co-creation, ensuring that diverse perspectives inform our work. We prioritise making our research accessible, actionable and engaging through tailored outputs and strategic communication. This inclusive approach enhances the relevance and impact of our research, contributing to Nordic added value and Nordic Vision 2030.

At Nordregio, our culture is built on a foundation of curiosity and teamwork, where diverse interdisciplinary skill sets come together to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful results.

Nordregio collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders. We are frequently commissioned and involved in partnerships with the Nordic Council of Ministers, the European Union, Nordic Committee of Senior Officials for Regional Policy (EK-R), ministries, regional and national authorities, public agencies, NGOs, and international research organisations.

Nordregio is involved in numerous research projects with a diverse portfolio. Through our strategic focus and collaborative efforts, Nordregio aims to be a trusted partner in shaping a sustainable, competitive and thriving Nordic Region.

Nordregio was established by the Nordic Council of Ministers in 1997. Our Board of Directors is responsible for our long-term strategic planning, and the Nordic Council of Ministers appoints representatives from all eight Nordic countries. This structure ensures that our research is relevant and meets the needs of our target group.

See Board of Directors.

Nordregio’s yearly turnover is around 80 million SEK, of which 20% comes from annual funding from the Nordic Council of Ministers. The rest is made up of research programmes and projects. Nordregio is an independent research institute officially recognised by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.

As a non-profit research organisation, Nordregio emphasises the importance of research integrity while navigating the complexities of collaborative relationships with external partners, stakeholders, and funders. Our code of conduct and ethical guidelines ensure that both our research staff and external partners understand how we fulfil our mission without compromising the integrity of our research. Read it here.