Structure of solar power generation system in Finland

How will a hybrid energy system work in Finland?

In Finland, a number of hybrid projects are in the pipeline, combining wind, solar and also energy storage. These solutions will balance our energy system. On a global scale, solar power is one of the fastest growing forms of energy generation – its size and importance in the world’s energy mix is huge, larger than wind power.

How much solar energy will Finland produce by 2050?

LUT has modeled an emission-free energy system and demonstrated that the share of solar energy in Finnish energy production should rise to 10 percent by 2050. That would mean a leap from the current 635 megawatts to 35 000. The rooftop potential of all Finnish buildings (residential, administrative, industrial) is about 34 000 megawatts.

Why is solar power so popular in Finland?

On a global scale, solar power is one of the fastest growing forms of energy generation – its size and importance in the world’s energy mix is huge, larger than wind power. With the development of technology, industrial-scale solar power production is becoming more common in Finland.

What is the largest solar PV plant in Finland?

The largest individual solar PV plant in Finland is a 6 MW ground-mounted system, which is constructed on an industrial site in Nurmo. The majority of systems are built for self-consumption of PV electricity, since there is no economic potential for utility-scale PV systems for grid electricity generation yet.

Does Finland have solar energy?

Contrary to popular belief, Finland’s solar energy potential doesn’t fall short of that of Central Europe. In the summer, the long days and nearly round-the-clock sunlight compensate for the dark winters. This article's Finnish version was first published in February 2019 and has been updated in June 2023.

Does Finland need wind power?

In addition to wind power, we also need plenty of solar energy, for which Finland has excellent prospects. Solar power is particularly well suited as a counterpart to wind power. These two emission-free energy sources complement each other: solar energy is available in summer and during the day, while the highest winds occur on average in winter.