Suomen Hyötytuuli, a Finnish renewable energy developer, has successfully brought the Siikajoki wind farm, with a capacity of 236MW, into commercial operation. This significant project, located in Northern Ostrobothnia, enhances Suomen Hyötytuuli’s total wind energy capacity to 654MW, marking it as the largest wind energy initiative undertaken by the company to date. The wind farm consists of 38 Vestas V162-6.2MW wind turbines, which are designed to operate efficiently in various wind conditions.
The assembly of the turbines was finalized in autumn 2024, followed by a phase of testing and gradual commissioning. Harri Suutari, the project director at Suomen Hyötytuuli, noted that while the project was largely completed on schedule, delays were caused by a fire at Hitachi’s transformer factory in Vaasa. This incident has necessitated the replacement of transformers, extending the project timeline into the summer of 2025. Despite these challenges, all 38 turbines have been operational and producing energy since the beginning of 2025.
In 2024, Suomen Hyötytuuli accounted for approximately 30% of the total wind energy capacity completed in Finland, showcasing its significant role in the country’s renewable energy landscape. The company currently owns a total of 10 wind farms along the west coast of Finland, further solidifying its position as a key player in the wind energy sector.
Learn more:
- Siikajoki Wind Project, Finland
- Siikajoki wind farm – Global Energy Monitor
- Siikajoki wind farm project | Suomen Hyötytuuli Oy
