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Statistics
Solar power statistics 06/2026
By the end of June 2026, Finland had over 478 megawatts of operational industrial solar power.
30.6.2026
Press releases
Solar power breaks records – Finland’s utility-scale solar capacity doubled during the first half of the year
Wind power continues to be Finland’s second-largest form of electricity generation, covering more than a quarter of the country’s electricity consumption last year. At the same time, utility-scale solar power continues to grow at a record pace, with Finland’s utility-scale solar capacity doubling during the first half of the year. During the first six months […]
30.6.2026
Statistics
Wind power statistics 06/2026
According to Renewables Finland’s half-year statistics a total of 16 new wind turbines were built in Finland during the first six months in year 2026.
30.6.2026
Press releases
There is already a solution to data centre electricity demand – more than 7 GW of renewable electricity is ready to be built in Finland
The growing electricity demand of data centres has raised questions about whether Finland will have sufficient electricity supply in the future. Finland currently has more than 7.2 gigawatts (GW) of permitted onshore wind and solar power projects ready for construction. In addition, more than 64 GW of projects are currently in the zoning or permitting […]
16.6.2026
Press releases
Industrial investment is picking up in Finland – renewable electricity will not be a bottleneck
According to the latest investment survey by the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK), business investment outlooks are showing signs of recovery. While investments in the energy sector are not currently increasing, the implementation of many industrial projects depends on access to competitive electricity that can be built quickly and cost-effectively. Finland is exceptionally well positioned […]
11.6.2026
Press releases
Solar power strengthens Finland’s energy system – rapid growth and an expanding role
Solar power is rapidly becoming a key part of Finland’s renewable energy system. It complements wind power, balances fluctuations in generation and produces electricity especially during summer, when electricity demand is highest due to cooling needs in facilities such as data centres. The Solar 2026 event highlights that the role of solar power is no […]
19.5.2026