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What is the Finnish power system?

The Finnish power system is part of the Nordic power system, meaning that electricity can physically and continuously flow from one country to another (Fingrid, 2024a). The Nordic System Operation Agreement includes common operating principles used by all TSOs in the Nordics (International Energy Agency, 2023b).

Does Finland have an electricity market?

The Finnish electricity market is part of the Nordic, the most integrated and liberalized electricity market globally (International Energy Agency, 2023b). The Electricity Market Act of 1995 opened Finland’s electricity market to competition (Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment).

What makes Finland's power system stable?

Finland’s power system stability has traditionally been supplied by conventional power plants and hydropower. However, the transformation in the power generation mix creates a greater need for other sources of flexibility. BESS are excellent alternatives because of their capability to charge and discharge energy.

Why is Finland's power system unstable?

As wind and solar generation take a larger share of the total energy supply, the Finnish grid becomes more unstable. Finland’s power system stability has traditionally been supplied by conventional power plants and hydropower. However, the transformation in the power generation mix creates a greater need for other sources of flexibility.

How will the Finnish government help to accelerate Bess investments?

Moreover, the Finnish government is improving policy support with tax exemptions for certain green investments, including battery storage, to meet the climate targets. These policies will help to accelerate BESS investments further by making them even more attractive financially.

How many nuclear reactors does Finland have?

Finland has five operating nuclear reactors, providing 42% of the electricity (Energiateollisuus 2024). Hydropower supply has historically been high, but during the past ten years, the country has also seen a rapid development of wind power (Statistics Finland, 2022).