What is solar energy used for in Finland?

Solar energy in Finland is used primarily for water heating and by the use of photovoltaics to generate electricity. As a northern country, summer days are long and winter days are short. Above the Arctic Circle, the sun does not rise some days in winter, and does not set some days in the summer.

Who are the best solar energy companies in Finland?

Alternative Solutions Finland Oy: Solar thermal systems and components, retail. Areva Solar Oy: Turn-key solutions for solar energy. Financing options for large plants. Aura Energia: Holistic energy service provider in Turku area of Finland. Aurinkoinsinöörit Oy: ST and PV-systems design, import of SMA products, turn key projects.

Does Finland have a solar heating system?

Thus, Finland has installed 10% of its objective in 11 years time (1995–2010). The solar heating has not been competitive due to cheap alternatives (electricity, fuel oil and district heating) and the lack of support systems. Companies and public organizations may receive 40% investment subsidies, but private houses do not receive subsidies yet.

How many solar panels are installed in Finland?

Finland's production capacity is 16 000 m 2 /a. New installations were: 2 380 m 2 (2006), 1 668 m 2 (2005) and 1 141 m 2 (2004). There are growth opportunities in the solar heating. In 2018 S-Ryhmä decided to order solar panels for 40 of its commercial real estate buildings. This is the biggest solar panel project in Finnish history.

Will skarta energy build a solar park in Northern Ostrobothnia?

Skarta Energy has made an investment decision exceeding 70 million euros for a solar park to be constructed in the municipality of Utajärvi in Northern Ostrobothnia. The solar park, built on disused peatbog areas, will have a capacity of 102.5 MWp, with an expected annual energy production of 97 GWh.

Is Finland a SPIA member?

Finland is a member in the IEA's Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme but not in the Scandinavian Photovoltaic Industry Association, SPIA. In 2015, the Kaleva Media printing plant in Oulu became the most powerful photovoltaic solar plant in Finland, with 1,604 solar photovoltaic (PV) units on its roof.