Aanekoski Municipality Plans for Up to 12 Wind Power Plants in Haukila Master Plan Area

Aanekoski Municipality in Finland is moving forward with plans for up to 12 wind power plants in the Haukila master plan area. Two of the wind power plants are scheduled to be located in the city of Aanekoski, while the remaining 11 will be situated in the city of Viitasaari. A public event to discuss the project's details and zoning will be held on September 10, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Viitasaari City Council Hall. The presentation will also be available remotely, and attendees can submit questions in advance for possible answers during the event.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Haukila master plan area will accommodate up to 12 wind power plants, with 1 planned for Aanekoski and 11 for Viitasaari.
  • The public event for the Haukila wind power project will be held on September 10, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Viitasaari City Council Hall.
  • The event will feature a presentation on the project's zoning and will be available remotely.
  • Attendees can submit questions in advance for possible answers during the event.
  • Statements and opinions regarding the EIA program must be submitted no later than September 29, 2025, through the ELY Centres' electronic service or in writing to the Central Finland Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment.
  • The project's participation link will be posted on the Environmental Administration website before the event.

Statistics:

  • Up to 12 wind power plants are planned for the Haukila master plan area.
  • 2 wind power plants will be located in the city of Aanekoski and 11 in the city of Viitasaari.
  • The public event will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on September 10, 2025.
  • Attendees can submit questions by 9:00 a.m. on September 8, 2025.

Sources:

  • Aanekoski Municipality (via https://www.aanekoski.fi/, translated version)