Building Permits Issued for 120 MW Solar Project in Finland
Downing Renewable Developments (DRD) has secured legally binding building permits (further to recently obtaining siting permits) for its 120 MWp Relletinsuo Solar Project in Siikajoki, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland.
The approval marks a significant step forward for the project and makes Relletinsuo the first DRD renewable energy project in Finland to reach this milestone.
Covering approximately 150 hectares, Relletinsuo is expected to have a generation capacity of around 120 MWp, co-located with a 40MW/160MWh battery energy storage system (BESS), making it one of the largest solar projects in Finland and the largest hybrid solar/storage project. The project is currently in the pre-construction phase, with construction expected to begin in summer 2027. Commercial operations are currently targeted to commence in Q4 2028.
The location of the Relletinsuo Solar Project supports the national land use objectives through maximising use of existing grid connection infrastructure, with an existing 110 kV transmission line being located immediately east of the project area.
The project will play a key role in supporting the green transition and at the same time supports Finland's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035.
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