When will offshore wind power be available in Finland?

The Finnish government plans to hold a tender for offshore wind power areas in the country’s exclusive economic zone, expecting bidding to be launched at the end of 2025, at the earliest. Offshore wind turbines. Source: LICengineering ().

How many wind power projects are planned in Finland?

According to Renewables Finland annual survey of wind power projects, by January 2025, wind power projects worth about 61 600 megawatts (MW) had been published on land in Finland. The share of projects planned for the sea is about 46 100 MW. Download a summary of wind power projects planned in Finland (updated 01/2025).

How big is Finland's offshore wind power capacity?

Finland’s total installed offshore wind power capacity is expected to reach 6.5 GW by the end of the 2030s. In May, transmission system operator (TSO) Fingrid Oyj identified five preliminary areas along the west coast of the country where large offshore wind parks could be connected to the mainland grid by the 2030s.

What is the future of Finnish wind power?

The future of Finnish wind power is promising due to strong political support and a clear commitment to harness the potential. Finland’s new government intends to improve market conditions and promote onshore and ofshore wind power across the country, while ensuring broad public acceptance.

Why is wind power the most competitive form of electricity production in Finland?

Thanks to advantageous wind conditions and constantly evolving technology, wind power has become the most competitive form of electricity production in Finland. As a result, projects do not need to rely on governmental support anymore but are regularly implemented subsidy-free.

What does Finland's new government mean for wind power?

Finland’s new government intends to improve market conditions and promote onshore and ofshore wind power across the country, while ensuring broad public acceptance. The substantial growth potential is evident in the expanding project pipeline.