(June 7, 2015) A fully renewable energy system, including all energy
consuming sectors, is not only a possible but a viable solution for Finland,
according to a new research. Researchers from LUT have investigated renewable
energy system options for Finland in 2050. Results indicate that a fully
renewable energy system is possible, and represents a competitive solution for
Finland with careful planning.
In order to achieve the national greenhouse gas reduction
targets for 2050, all sectors of the energy system need to be nearly emission
free by 2050. Renewable energy system modelling shows that a fully renewable
energy system featuring high shares of wind and solar energy includes smart
interaction between the electricity, heating/cooling and mobility sectors.
Power-to-Gas technology, i.e. converting electricity into gases such as
hydrogen or synthetic natural gas, and energy storage solutions, such as
batteries, heat storage and synthetic natural gas storage, also have a central
role as enabling technologies.