The substations of the future will be digital. The first digital substation pilot is being built at Pernoonkoski substation. The objective is to test how a digital system functions in different situations.
International assessments show that Fingrid has world-class main grid asset management. Properly timed and properly dimensioned investments keep the main grid in excellent operating condition. Investments of approximately 100–150 million euros are made each year.
Fingrid has made an investment decision concerning construction of the 400 kV Forest Line through Finland. The transmission line will run from Petäjävesi to Muhos and strengthen electricity transmission connections in the north-south direction.
At Fingrid, responsibility means that we take care of people and the impacts of our operations every day. The core of responsibility is securing a reliable supply of electricity for Finns. This responsibility also extends to the tax footprint.
Fingrid’s Grid Map has been completed. The Grid Map provides basic information about Fingrid’s electricity grids and those of our customers and also serves as a handy tool for taking notes while working in the field.
The main grid is growing and developing for future needs. These five projects are already in the final phase of planning or already in construction phase. UPDATED 27.11.2018
Fingrid has had several transmission line worksites in progress this year. The next five projects – covering 600 kilometres of new transmission lines – are already in the final phase of planning. This is a sign of the need to renew and develop the main grid for future needs.
Satisfaction with our activities has increased in all areas, and the overall grades for different services have also continued to improve.
Fingrid has arranged project manager training in cooperation with Project Institute Finland during 2017 and 2018. At the end of the training, managers can complete a certificate that complies with an international system.
Production and consumption in the power system must continuously be kept in balance. As renewable energy becomes more common, we also need new types of system balancers.
