VSB Finland has secured the final permit to build the 350MW wind farm element of its 450MW Puutionsaari wind/solar hybrid project in North Ostrobothnia.
The developer confirmed it has obtained a legally binding local master plan and the scheme can now move towards implementation.
It added the project will not only be the largest renewable energy project in VSB’s history, but also one of the most significant hybrid park projects within all of Europe.
A key component of the hybrid is the 350MW, 49-turbine Puutionsaari wind farm, which has now received planning permission.
This will be followed by a 100MWp solar array, which is expected to be fully approved by autumn 2024.
Once completed, the entire project will generate enough clean electricity to supply around 337,500 four-person households.
Construction of the wind farm will begin in 2025, with commissioning scheduled for 2028.
“Combining solar and wind energy in hybrid projects is an absolutely vital technology if we are to achieve a comprehensive energy transition,” VSB Group chief executive Felix Grolman.
Dr Grolman added: “At well over €500m, the level of investment in this project is staggering.
“We are proud of our 100% track record in Finland and look forward to completing another successful project.”
VSB Finland managing director Seppo Tallgren said: “A comprehensive hybrid park also enables other new technologies, such as the production of green hydrogen, through more consistent power generation.
“I am proud of the entire project team and look forward to realising this utterly exceptional project for Europe’s energy transition.