According to statistics compiled by Finnish Wind Power Association in June, wind power construction continues to be strong. At the beginning of the year 2024, 60 new power plants with a total capacity of 377 megawatts were built in Finland. Including the turbines to be completed in the rest of the year, a total of […]
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Statistics 2.7.2024
Wind power statistics, first half of 2024
At the end of June 2024, there were a total of 1660 operating wind turbines in Finland. 60 new wind turbines were built (377 MW) during the first six months of 2024 throughout Finland. At the end of June 2024, Finland’s wind power capacity was 7 322 megawatts (MW).
Press releases 3.5.2024
The growth story of offshore wind in Finland slowed down, but not ended
The Government has taken a negative decision on 16 applications for offshore wind energy in the EEZ. The rejection decision means that the development of the offshore wind projects concerned will be delayed. It is important to ensure the positive development of offshore wind power in Finland, as offshore wind power, due to its high […]
Press releases 19.4.2024
Finnish Wind Power Association expands its activities to solar power
The annual meeting of the Finnish Wind Power Association (FWPA) decided yesterday that the association will expand its activities not only to wind power but also to industrial-scale solar power. With this extension, the association’s activities will cover a more significant part of the Finnish renewable energy field. At its annual meeting on 18 April […]
Press releases 3.4.2024
The greatest investment potential in the green transition is in wind power
According to the project review by the Finnish Wind Power Association (FWPA), Finland has plans for over 130,000 megawatts of wind power. In terms of investment potential, this amount translates to over 200 billion euros in investments. A significant number of these investments are already under construction, with more than three billion euros worth of […]