From resistance to acceptance: The Finnish model for successful energy projects
Hydrogen Summit

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

Green transitions Acceptability
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026
4:05 PM - 4:50 PM | Asia/Qatar
H2 Horizons Stage
English
About
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

Speakers

Dr. Antti Arasto

Vice President, EnergyVTT Technical Research centre of Finland

Jenni Borg

General CounselP2X Solutions Ltd & Vice Chair of the Regulation Working Group of the Hydrogen Cluster Finland

Marita Jaatinen

CBDOBusiness Tampere

Sanni Kontinen

Development Manager for Hydrogen ValleysGasgrid