Korsnäs Offshore Wind Farm

In 2021, nature surveys were launched in the planned area of the Korsnäs offshore wind farm. The surveys will be continued in 2022.
Other preliminary studies related to environmental impact assessment (EIA) are also underway.
Wind measurements and local stakeholder events will begin towards the end of year 2021.

During the first phase of the project, 70 to 100 turbines with a nominal power of 12 to 20 megawatts would be built in the area.
The annual production of the wind farm is estimated at about 5,000 GWh. For instance, it would be enough to meet the electricity needs of 250,000 detached houses throughout the year, including electric heating.

Wind power projects are progressing through several stages.
As the project progresses, its effects on the local community and natural values are assessed, permits are applied for, and zoning issues are clarified. At the same time, the technical design and implementation of the project is progressing.

Korsnäs is the first offshore wind power project where Metsähallitus acts as a project developer.
As this is a large-scale project, we will organize a tender competition to find a responsible partner for the project. Partners are sought domestic and abroad.

Finland’s goal is to be a fossil-free welfare society by 2035 through increasing carbon sinks, carbon storage and clean energy production as well as by cutting our emissions.
Our goal is to triple wind power production in our areas by 2030.

The construction and operation of an offshore wind farm has significant positive effects on the regional economy and business activities.
As soon as the wind farm is in operation, the energy company responsible for its business will pay the municipality a significant property tax.