Panel discussion: From resistance to acceptance: The Finnish model for successful energy projects

Laitinen (she/her), E. (Speaker)
Arasto, A. (Speaker)
Sanni Kontinen (Speaker)
Jenni Borg (Speaker)
Marita Jaatinen (Speaker)

Activity: Talk or presentation types › Public or invited talk

Description

Finland is often cited as a place where strong engagement practices support the success of major energy projects – but how does this happen in practice? This panel explores how social acceptance has been built for initiatives ranging from energy networks to hydrogen investments, with experts from industry, regional development and research sharing concrete practices that foster trust, benefit-sharing and constructive dialogue.

Moderator: Essi Laitinen (VTT)
Panelists: Antti Arasto (VTT), Jenni Borg (P2X Solutions), Marita Jaatinen (Business Tampere), Sanni Kontinen (Gasgrid)

Period	15 Jan 2026
Event title	Tampere Hydrogen Summit & Expo 2026
Event type	Exhibition
Location	Tampere, FinlandShow on map

Keywords

hydrogen
acceptance
hydrogen economy

Panel discussion: From resistance to acceptance: The Finnish model for successful energy projects

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The ABC of Hydrogen Acceptance: How can Finland advance its transitioning to green hydrogen economy in a socially acceptable and just manner?