Smart & Sustainable Energy
Build the future of clean energy solutions in Tampere, Finland.
Looking for a perfect location for energy-intensive industries? We have the Europe’s cheapest electricity, clean water and access to renewable resources.
Key numbers
no 1.
cheapest energy in Europe.
20M
cubic meter availability of potable water
+500
kT of biogenic CO2.
Why Tampere for smart energy investments?
Tampere offers everything needed for energy-intensive investments: affordable electricity, clean water, renewable energy and a strong industrial base.
The region is well connected to Finland’s energy system with reliable grid access and conditions for developing energy-intensive projects. Existing industry and energy infrastructure make it easier to integrate new solutions and scale operations.
We also have a pool of top-level engineering talents and companies working in energy, automation and industrial technologies. This makes it possible to develop and implement solutions such as hydrogen, e-fuels and other Power-to-X technologies.
With coordinated support from Business Tampere, projects can move forward efficiently from planning to execution.
Alternative fuels and hydrogen
Tampere region is well suited for hydrogen and e-fuel projects, combining infrastructure, resources and demand in one location. Finland provides access to 30 Mt of biogenic CO₂, reliable grid and clean electricity supporting large-scale synthetic fuel production.
The region is well connected to existing gas infrastructure and future hydrogen corridors linking Finland to the Baltic region and wider Europe, enabling efficient transport and export.
Tampere’s extensive district heating network and industrial base creates opportunities to utilise side streams such as waste heat, improving overall system efficiency and project economics.
Smart energy systems
Tampere has a strong background in automation, electrification and ICT, supporting the development of smart and flexible energy systems.
Companies in the region are developing new energy storage solutions, including large-scale thermal storage by Polar Night Energy, as well as battery and power quality technologies from companies like Merus Power. Established global OEM’s in the region like Valmet and Insta bring industrial scale and experience.
Local energy companies and high-level research at Tampere University make it possible to test and use these solutions in real conditions.
Circular economy & materials
Material flows from waste, industrial side streams and energy production create practical opportunities to develop scalable circular solutions and new material-based business in the Tampere region.
Companies in the region work with recycling, side stream utilisation and sustainable materials, including Stena Recycling, Yara, Wastewise and Kumeko Group. Their operations are supported by industrial areas such as ECO3 and Taraste, as well as established municipal and private waste and energy infrastructure.
Access to materials, existing infrastructure and industrial activity makes it easier to utilise side streams and build cost-effective processes. This supports the development of circular business models and enables the use of recycled materials in new industrial applications.
Batteries & energy storage
Battery applications and energy storage are one of the key focus areas in the Tampere region.
Companies in the region develop solutions to balance wind and solar power. Tampere also has a strong expertise in battery applications for mobile machinery used in mines, forests, fields and construction sites. See for example Avant Power.
These demanding conditions have shaped strong expertise in building reliable battery solutions for real-world use.
Strong public support for clean energy investments
Finland has ambitious climate targets and concrete funding and policy support for large-scale energy investments.
Tampere aims to be net-zero city by 2030. These national and regional level aims create a stable and predictable environment for clean energy projects. The government actively promotes investments that reduce emissions, accelerate electrification, and enable renewable energy production and storage.
A €2.3 billion state aid framework supports strategic green transition projects, helping investors move from planning to execution with reduced risk.
Finland offers a wide range of financial incentives supports energy investments at different stages.
Companies can benefit from investment grants and energy aid for renewable energy and efficiency projects, as well as tax credits for large-scale clean transition investments.
Dedicated programs also support industrial decarbonisation and emerging technologies such as hydrogen, e-fuels and electrification, enabling faster project development and scaling.
A single point of contact for your investment
Our Project Management Office model brings all stakeholders together under one coordinated process.
Business Tampere acts as a single point of contact for your investment, coordinating municipalities, utilities, permitting authorities and ecosystem partners from day one.
All key processes from land use and infrastructure to environmental permitting are aligned and run in parallel, not in silos. This creates a structured and transparent framework for managing complex energy investments.
A coordinated, step-by-step approach supports your project from first contact to operation.
- Understanding & evaluating your needs
We define your needs, timeline and investment scope, and provide an overview of opportunities in Tampere. - Bringing the right partners together
We connect you with municipalities, utilities, land and infrastructure providers, and relevant partners. - PMO-led project coordination
We manage timelines, stakeholder communication and support access to public funding. - Smooth investment execution
We support final investment decisions, local setup and operational launch.
We promise a smoother, faster and more predictable investment process.
Our PMO model reduces complexity by coordinating parallel processes and aligning stakeholders from day one. This ensures your project progresses efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
This means:
- faster permitting and decision-making
- fewer bottlenecks and clearer timelines
- better visibility across the entire project lifecycle
From site selection to construction and operations, we help you move forward with confidence.
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