Overview
Huikku Hailuoto is an onshore wind farm in Finland, operated by Huikku Tuulivoima Oy. With a capacity of 2 MW, it contributes to Finland's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Huikku Hailuoto is an onshore wind farm located in Hailuoto, Finland, and operated by Huikku Tuulivoima Oy. The facility has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-scale wind farm category. It is part of Finland's growing wind energy sector, which benefits from the country's strong wind resources and supportive regulatory environment. The wind farm operates under Finland's national renewable energy framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Finland has implemented feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to encourage wind power development. The 2 MW capacity suggests a small number of turbines, typical for community or local energy projects. Huikku Hailuoto contributes to local energy independence and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Wind farms in Finland often face considerations regarding visual impact and bird populations, but the small scale of this facility minimizes such effects. The electricity generated supports the regional grid and helps meet Finland's ambitious climate goals.
Environmental context
The Hailuoto region features coastal and island environments, where wind farms must balance energy production with local ecosystems. Onshore wind projects in Finland typically undergo environmental impact assessments to address bird and bat collisions, noise, and visual intrusion. The small capacity of Huikku Hailuoto reduces its ecological footprint, but cumulative effects with other wind developments in the area are monitored.
Frequently asked questions
Huikku Hailuoto is an onshore wind farm located in Hailuoto, Finland. The facility is situated at coordinates 65.0090 N, 24.7139 E.
Huikku Hailuoto has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale wind farm. It typically consists of one or two wind turbines.
Huikku Hailuoto is operated by Huikku Tuulivoima Oy, a Finnish renewable energy company.
Finland's wind energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country also uses feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support wind power development.
Wind farms in Finland must address potential impacts on bird and bat populations, noise, and visual landscape. Environmental impact assessments are required, and small-scale projects like Huikku Hailuoto typically have lower ecological footprints.