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Solar power projects planned across every region of mainland Finland – focus on Western and Southern Finland

Solar power projects are currently being planned in all 18 regions of mainland Finland. While the majority of projects are concentrated in Southern and Western Finland, development is also increasing rapidly in the Ostrobothnia and Northern Ostrobothnia regions. Solar power complements wind power both geographically and seasonally, helping to balance the electricity grid and strengthen […]

5.11.2025

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128 wind power projects planned in Northern Ostrobothnia – strong potential enables industrial growth investments

According to Renewables Finlands’ project database, there are currently 128 onshore wind power projects planned in Northern Ostrobothnia, of which roughly one-third are expected to proceed to electricity production. This represents a potential of over €35 million in property tax revenue for the region’s municipalities – in the very first year of operation alone. Projects […]

4.11.2025

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WindEurope: National Governments must walk their talk on stable policies for wind energy expansion

Europe’s wind energy build-out is not progressing fast enough, warns the industry association WindEurope. According to the organization, the EU’s energy security and economic competitiveness are at risk.  It is key that national Governments work out permitting processes, electrification and grids. Viktoriya Kerelska, WindEurope’s Director of Advocacy & Messaging, is addressing the issue today at […]

30.9.2025

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Finland prepares 26 GW of solar power – a new sector needs a predictable and supportive operating environment

According to statistics by Renewables Finland, more than 300 utility-scale solar power projects are planned in Finland, with a total capacity of 26 gigawatts (GW). While not all projects will be realized, the rapidly growing pipeline signals strong sectoral development and demonstrates the vast potential of solar power in Finland. The most active regions for […]

28.8.2025

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Planned wind power projects in Finland exceed 100 GW – Land Use Act threatens economic growth

According to a new statistic by Renewables Finland, more than 100 gigawatts (GW) of new wind power capacity is planned in Finland. However, a proposed fixed setback requirement in the Land Use Act threatens to prevent a significant share of these projects from being realized. As both a national and international strength, wind power promises […]

27.8.2025

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Decision-maker barometer 2025: strong support for expanding wind and solar power

According to the Decision-Maker Barometer by Renewables Finland, political support for industrial-scale wind and solar power is strong. National decision-makers and officials, in particular, have a positive attitude toward renewable electricity production: the majority support the expansion of wind and solar power in Finland. The main perceived benefits are strengthened energy self-sufficiency and the mitigation […]

13.8.2025

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