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The Finnish government has introduced a proposal (HE 42/2025) to amend the Act on expedited permit procedures for...

Lengthy permit and appeal processes have generally been considered as one of the main factors undermining investments into large infrastructure projects, including renewable energy projects.

In November, the Finnish Parliament approved Government Bill 84/2013 on the Amendment of Land Use and Building Act (the "Amendment" and the "LBA", respectively).

Green hydrogen is planned to replace fossil fuels, particularly in industries that are difficult to electrify. In Finland, hydrogen projects of approximately EUR 13.3 billion are being planned.

The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is a multilateral agreement between states that applies to cross-border investments in the energy sector.

On 23 June 2025, the Finnish Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment issued a draft Government Decree on Offshore Wind Power in the Exclusive Economic Zone ("EEZ") ("Decree") for public consultation.

Foreign investors view Finland's technological prowess, skilled workforce, stable business climate, and commitment to sustainability as the primary drivers for investing in Finland

The European Commission adopted a Clean Industrial Deal State Aid Framework (CISAF) on 25 June 2025 to support implementation of the goals set out in the Clean Industrial Deal (see our Legal Alert on the Deal).

The green transition is making unparalleled strides in the Nordics. Market-based development and being open to new innovations have made Finland one of the leading countries in the energy transition.

Finland's land use planning system is undergoing a major overhaul with the proposed Land Use Act, introducing significant changes to regional plan authority, planning processes, and renewable energy project requirements. The reform aims to streamline administrative procedures while imposing new distance requirements for wind turbines and planning obligations for solar power plants that will fundamentally reshape how developers approach renewable energy projects.

Hallitus antoi torstaina 8.5.2025 hallituksen esityksen useista muutoksista sähkömarkkinalakiin, joilla pyritään turvaamaan sähkötuotannon ja kasvavan kulutuksen kuormien integroiminen kantaverkkoon ja suurjännitteiseen jakeluverkkoon sujuvasti ja kustannustehokkaasti.