Overview
Kurittukoski is a 15 MW hydroelectric power plant in Finland, operated by Kemijoki Oy. It contributes to Finland's renewable energy grid with clean hydropower.
Kurittukoski is a hydroelectric power plant located in Finland, operated by Kemijoki Oy. With a capacity of 15 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the Finnish hydropower sector, which plays a significant role in the country's renewable energy mix. The plant utilizes hydroelectric technology, converting the kinetic energy of flowing water into electricity. Finland's regulatory framework for hydropower includes environmental permits under the Water Act and compliance with EU renewable energy targets. The facility's small capacity aligns with typical run-of-river or small reservoir projects common in northern Finland. Kurittukoski provides clean electricity to the regional grid, supporting Finland's goal of carbon neutrality by 2035. Its operation by Kemijoki Oy, a major hydropower producer in Finland, underscores its role in the national energy infrastructure. The plant's location in a sparsely populated area minimizes local environmental impact.
Environmental context
As a hydroelectric plant, Kurittukoski produces no direct CO2, SOx, or NOx emissions, contributing to Finland's low-carbon energy system. Its small capacity and location in a remote area reduce ecological disruption, though hydropower can affect river ecosystems and fish migration. The facility operates under Finnish environmental regulations that mandate flow management and biodiversity considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Kurittukoski is located in Finland, at coordinates 67.4167° N, 26.6000° E, in the northern region of the country.
Kurittukoski has an installed capacity of 15 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
Kurittukoski is owned and operated by Kemijoki Oy, a major Finnish hydropower company.
Hydroelectric plants in Finland must comply with the Water Act, which governs water use and ecological impacts, and EU renewable energy directives. Permits often include conditions for fish passage and minimum flow rates.
Kurittukoski generates renewable electricity, supporting Finland's target of carbon neutrality by 2035. Hydropower provides flexible, low-carbon energy to the national grid.