Fortum to Build 90-MW Solar Park in Sweden

Aug 28, 2023 02:11 PM ET
  • Fortum, a Finnish energy company, plans to build a 90-MW solar power plant in Sweden. The project, called Alvret, will cover 95 hectares of land and is estimated to take up to three years to complete. Construction will begin once the permit process is finished. An additional 80-MW solar project is planned for Virolahti, Finland.
Fortum to Build 90-MW Solar Park in Sweden

Fortum, a Finnish energy company, has announced plans to build a 90-MW solar power plant in Sweden. The project, called Alvret, will cover 95 hectares of land in Havdhem on southern Gotland. The permit process is expected to take between one and three years, while construction will take about a year. Additionally, the facility will need to be connected to the grid via an expansion, which could take a few more years. Fortum is also planning an 80-MW solar project in Virolahti, Finland.

What is the Timeline for Fortum's 90-MW Solar Plant?

  • Fortum expects the permit process for the Alvret project to take between 1-3 years.
  • Construction of the 90-MW solar power plant is estimated to take around 1 year.
  • Fortum must expand the electrical grid to accommodate the project which could take a few more years.
  • Fortum is also planning an 80-MW solar project in Virolahti, Finland.
  • The timeline for Fortum's 90-MW Solar Plant is expected to begin with the permit process, followed by construction, and then finally connection to the grid.

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