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LUT University and Petteri Laaksonen win Energy Transition Leader of the Year 2025 award
The winner of the Energy Transition Leader of the Year 2025 award was announced today at the Wind Oulu seminar. The award was presented to LUT University and Research Director Petteri Laaksonen, whom the jury considers to have carried out long-term, impactful work in advancing Finland’s energy transition. LUT University and Petteri Laaksonen were also […]
5.2.2026
Press releases
Over 56 GW of onshore wind power planned – a broad project portfolio enables rapid growth in electricity generation in Finland
According to the latest project database compiled by Renewables Finland, approximately 56 gigawatts (GW) of onshore wind power are currently planned in Finland. More than four gigawatts of these projects have already been granted building permits, and some are already under construction. A broad wind power project portfolio ensures that Finland has the capacity to […]
29.1.2026
Statistics
Planned wind power projects 1/2026
Download below the statistical summary of wind power projects under planning in Finland as of January 2026. The next update will be published in August 2026. Planned Wind Power Projects 1/2026 The project list can be ordered in Excel format from Renewables Finland either as a single purchase (€790 + VAT) or as an annual […]
29.1.2026
Statistics
Planned solar power projects 1/2026
Download below the statistical summary of solar power projects under planning in Finland as of January 2026. The next update will be published in August 2026. Planned Solar Power Projects 1/2026 The project list can be ordered in Excel format from Renewables Finland for €500 + VAT. The list is free of charge for corporate […]
29.1.2026
Press releases
Nearly 26 gigawatts of solar power and over 300 projects planned in Finland
According to the latest project listing by Renewables Finland, nearly 26 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale solar power are planned in Finland. In total, more than 300 solar power projects are under development. The number of projects has increased rapidly and is already approaching the number of onshore wind projects, highlighting the strong potential of domestic […]
29.1.2026
Press releases
Wind power becomes Finland’s second-largest source of electricity
Wind power was Finland’s second-largest source of electricity last year. Its share of Finland’s electricity generation increased to nearly 28 percent, making it the country’s second-largest form of power generation. Only nuclear power produced more electricity. At the same time, solar power generation has also increased. Total electricity consumption grew moderately over the year, and […]
21.1.2026