05 May 2023 10:45—11:30
Finland
Finland is fast-tracking the decarbonisation of its economy with a 2035 net zero target. The country has made good progress, mostly in power generation thanks to large shares of nuclear, hydro and bioenergy. Fossil fuel use has decreased greatly in the past years. The cold climate, long distances and energy-intensive industries condition the country’s carbon-neutral energy transition.
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Transport and industry are the key sectors for Finland to make further progress on meeting its ambitious national climate targets. The 2035 climate neutrality target will require strong transformations and technological advancements in energy markets. Finland ranks among the leading IEA countries in public and private spending on energy research, development and demonstration. And it is a global leader in second-generation biofuels produced from wood, notably biodiesel.
As an Arctic country, Finland faces rapid climate changes, with potential consequences for, among others, forest growth and the occurrence and strength of winter storms. A range of measures have been put in place to strengthen the resilience of the electricity distribution networks.
The 2018 IEA in-depth review provides recommendations to help the country guide the transition of Finland’s energy sector.
As an Arctic country, Finland faces rapid climate changes, with potential consequences for, among others, forest growth and the occurrence and strength of winter storms. A range of measures have been put in place to strengthen the resilience of the electricity distribution networks.
The 2018 IEA in-depth review provides recommendations to help the country guide the transition of Finland’s energy sector.
Last updated May 5, 2023
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Analysis
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Finland 2023
Energy Policy Review
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Energy Policies of IEA Countries: Finland 2018 Review
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Finland Climate Resilience Policy Indicator
Part of Climate Resilience Policy Indicator
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Finland's legislation on oil security
Part of Oil Security Toolkit
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Energy Policies of IEA Countries: Finland 2013 Review
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Oil and Gas Emergency Policy: Finland 2012 update
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Energy Policies of IEA Countries: Finland 2007
Energy Policy Review
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Energy Policies of IEA Countries: Finland 2003
Energy Policy Review
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Energy Policies of IEA Countries: Finland 2018 Review
5 Oct 2015
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3 Jun 2015
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Finland 2022 Announced National
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Finland 2021 In force National
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Finland 2021 In force National
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Finland 2021 In force National
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Finland 2021 In force National