Does Finland have green power?

Finland gets most of its gas from Russia, so the war in Ukraine has drawn the issue of green power into sharp focus. 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.

What does the Finnish government want to do about bioenergy?

The most recent program outlining the Finnish government's visions and principles, published in June 2023, 50 states that the government, through its national decisions and by influencing EU decision making, intends to maintain an environment for bioenergy that is steady and predictable.

How will Finland achieve emissions-free electricity?

The path to emissions-free electricity will primarily be laid by wind power. Onshore wind will make up a large part of Finland’s growth in renewable electricity generation, and the country will also develop its first large-scale offshore farms, according to the IEA.

Can Finland replace fossil fuels in the energy sector?

There is a good possibility that Finland can replace fossil fuels fully in the energy sector; wind energy will increase its share of electricity production, and biomass will continue to play a crucial role in the heating sector. Industry and the transport sector, however, face greater challenges and should be studied in more detail.

How can Finland achieve climate neutrality by 2035?

Finland’s key policies to achieve climate neutrality by 2035 include: Boosting the energy efficiency of current building stock and moving to zero-emission heating. The path to emissions-free electricity will primarily be laid by wind power.

What role does bioenergy play in Finland's climate and energy policies?

Bioenergy also plays a key role in Finland’s climate and energy policies: forestry biomass is currently a key source of electricity and heat, and biofuels are set to play a central role in supporting the transport sector’s clean energy transition.