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New project explores development opportunities for a regional energy system in Ostrobothnia<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The University of Vaasa and Aktion \u00d6sterbotten join efforts in the PEAK – Development of the regional energy system in Ostrobothnia<\/strong> project to explore the possibilities of developing a regional energy system in Ostrobothnia to be carbon-neutral, taking renewable forms of energy into account. This initiative supports the Finnish\u00b4s national strategy to develop the energy system towards carbon neutrality both by abandoning the energy use of peat and by integrating renewable forms of energy into the smart energy system. Specially, to the need of improving regional energy self-sufficiency, security of energy supply and the resilience of the electricity grid. This project pays particular attention to the need of adopting these changes by the development of a regional energy system based on reliable information on the characteristics of the region and the active participation of key stakeholders and actors in the development work.<\/p>\n

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The PEAK project, which will be implemented in the area of the electricity distribution network owned by Esse Elektro-Kraft Ab, explores development opportunities comprehensively from a technical, community and business perspectives through three objectives.<\/h4>\n

The first objective is to produce an understanding of the prerequisites and development needs of the region for developing a carbon-neutral energy system from a techno-economic perspective. The focus is on a) renewable energy production potential), b) electricity network capacity, flexibility opportunities and flexibility\/development needs for integrating renewable forms of energy into the grid, and c) techno-economic calculations related to both energy potential and electricity network development.<\/p>\n

The second objective is to produce an understanding of the attitude and perspectives of experts, decision makers and citizens towards renewable energy. The review focuses on mapping and activating the local field of actors and on involving them in the development of the energy system. The measures (interviews, workshops, meetings) are targeted and located especially in Esse Elektro-Kraft’s area of business.<\/p>\n

The third objective is to identify and outline business models related to the various functions and actors of the regional energy system (e.g., prosumers and energy communities) and recognize possible bottlenecks and resource and skill gaps related to the implementation of potential business models.<\/p>\n

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The project\u2019s broad review will increase interaction between actors and create a strong foundation for promoting and implementing new developments, which are expected to significantly accelerate positive changes in the region’s energy system.<\/h4>\n

The results of the project include:<\/p>\n