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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to find a new method for identifying the wide range of interests linked to specific logging sites where there may be a need to perform FSC consultation. The result of the study should be used as a basis for assessing the need to perform FSC consultation on Bergvik Skog´s forest properties before logging.
The results were based on material consisting of 136 logging sites in Hagfors. Each site was discussed during meetings with invited local stakeholders such as environmental organizations, hunting clubs and sport associations. The public stakeholders were not invited to any meeting but they could submit their suggestions at a special booth in Hagfors town hall. Of the 136 logging sites included in the study the stakeholders expressed interest in a total of 17 sites. All local stakeholders were satisfied with the evaluated working method incorporating an initial meeting followed by time for reflection and discussion within the different groups, and thereafter submission and processing of comments, as well as a final meeting for feedback. The local stakeholders thought that Stora Enso should introduce this method as a general work routine.