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Why has Finland halted gas & electricity supplies?

It has the longest Russian border in the EU and Moscow has now halted gas and electricity supplies in the wake of Finland's decision to join NATO. Concerns over sources of heat and light, especially with the long, cold Finnish winter on the horizon are preoccupying politicians and citizens alike.

Does Finland have a good energy policy?

“I am pleased to read such a positive assessment of the energy policy Finland has implemented. Despite the challenging winter, we can be satisfied with the recognition given by the IEA to Finland in managing the energy crisis,” says Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä.

What does the IEA think about Finland's Energy Policy?

The IEA takes a positive view of Finland’s energy policy and the achievements of recent years, which include significant construction of wind power, development of heat storage, deployment of new nuclear power, progress made in the final disposal of nuclear waste, and the enshrining in law of the 2035 climate neutrality target.

What is Finland's electricity system vision?

Fingrid has published a draft of Finland's electricity system vision. The vision includes four different future scenarios for the development of electricity production and consumption for the years 2035 and 2045. Comment the draft report latest by 15th of September.

Why does Finland have a high energy demand?

Finland has one of the highest per capita energy demands in the world due to the cold climate, well-developed economy and a robust industrial sector. Finland has made impressive strides in reducing its reliance on fossil fuels by leveraging nuclear power and expanding renewable energy production.

Will Finland have a hydrogen economy in 2023?

As mentioned, the hydrogen strategy published in June 2023 points the way towards a hydrogen economy in Finland. The last 5 years have made energy security a big theme in the national energy debate, mostly due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine but also some natural development in the energy sector.