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

    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)
    Period15 Jan 2026
    Event titleTampere Hydrogen Summit & Expo 2026
    Event typeExhibition
    LocationTampere, FinlandShow on map

    Keywords

    • hydrogen
    • acceptance
    • hydrogen economy

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