Finland wins bid for private garden energy storage

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.

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).

Why is Finland a single bidding zone?

Finland is a single bidding zone, whereas other Nordic countries are divided into multiple bidding zones. The single bidding zone provides many benefits for BESS operators, as it lowers the complexity and the cost of market operations and simplifies the participation in ancillary services.

How well developed is Finland's transmission & distribution grid?

Finland’s transmission and distribution grid is well-developed (International Energy Agency, 2023b).