Bergmann Attorneys at Law

🎄✨ Season's Greetings from Bergmann! ✨🎄   As we wrap up 2024, we're reflecting on a year of memorable experiences. This year, we've settled into our new offices, welcomed new colleagues, and worked on a variety of exciting projects.   We also stepped out of the office, with travels across Finland and abroad, connecting with people near and far. And, of course, we hosted a few parties, bringing together clients, former colleagues, and industry peers. We had a great time, and we hope our guests did too!   We're thankful for everything this year has brought and excited for what's to come in 2025. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a happy new year! 🥂🎁   #HappyHolidays #CheersTo2024 #HappyNewYear

Finland is advancing smarter electricity systems and boosting consumer participation in the market! In 2018, the Smart Grid Working Group published recommendations to empower customers to actively participate in the market while ensuring a reliable electricity supply. Many of these recommendations have already been implemented, and now, with the new government proposal to amend the Electricity Market Act (HE 197/2024), some are back in focus. 🔌⚡   🔍 Read more on our website!   #SmartGrid #Energy #ElectricityMarket #ConsumerParticipation #Finland

✨ Join Our Team as an Associate Lawyer! ✨   Are you an early-career professional interested in renewable energy, industrial plant construction, and infrastructure? If so, Bergmann could be the perfect fit for you! We offer a supportive, low-hierarchy environment, a healthy work-life balance, and the chance to gain valuable experience.   👉 Learn more and apply here:  https://lnkd.in/dU3Tmm9M

On 12 December 2024, the Finnish Parliament passed new legislation for offshore wind power in the Finnish exclusive economic zone. This transformative Act introduces a state-led tendering system for offshore wind farm areas, replacing the previous open-door policy. 🌬️🌊   Dive into our latest article to explore the key changes made to the Act during parliamentary proceedings and learn about the new tendering process! 💡   #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #WindPower #Finland #EnergyTransition

🌟 Join Bergmann as an Associate Trainee for Autumn 2024! 🌟   Are you a law student with a passion for renewable energy, industrial projects, or infrastructure? Step into a dynamic setting where you’ll gain practical experience in a collaborative environment that values every contribution.   👉 Ready to join us? Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dUxWp77K

The combination of renewable energy and energy storage is widely recognised as the cornerstone for creating a balanced and economically viable green grid, crucial for the future of the electricity market. In Finland, however, the potential for colocating these technologies behind the same connection point has been hindered by regulatory barriers. The recently issued and highly anticipated government proposal to enable such hybrid connections carries a promise that the law will soon catch up with this practical necessity.🌱📜   Check out our article on the planned updates to Finnish grid connection regulations! 🔍   #EnergyStorage #RenewableEnergy

Yesterday, Karoliina had the pleasure of attending the Christmas Business Networking Event at the Embassy of Latvia in Finland. The evening was a delightful mix of professional networking and festive cheer. 🎄🤝   Adding an educational touch to the evening, Jukka Luoma from Aalto University delivered an insightful talk on competitive strategy in the era of AI, highlighting how AI, data, and analytics are transforming industries and strategic thinking.   A big thank you to the organisers for a memorable event! 🙏   #ArtificialIntelligence #StrategyInsights #BusinessNetworking #FinlandLatvia

After an exciting first day in Vilnius, our team continued to explore the city. We started our morning with a guided walking tour of the historic Old Town and the bohemian district of Užupis, a self-declared “republic” with its own quirky constitution and a flair for the creative. While the constitution might not hold up in court, it certainly captured the spirit of the district. 🏛️🖌️   Next, we delved into the history of Lukiškės Prison. Walking through its shadowy corridors and learning about its past from the perspective of former inmates offered a unique glimpse into a lesser-seen side of the city’s history. 🔒⛓️   In the afternoon, we had some free time to explore landmarks, hunt for souvenirs, or simply enjoy a pint or two. We reunited in the evening for a 10-course tasting menu that showcased the rich and diverse flavours of Lithuanian cuisine. 🍺🍴   It was an unforgettable experience – see you again someday, Vilnius!   #TeamAdventures #Vilnius #PreChristmasTrip

Last week, our team swapped office chairs for the charming cobblestone streets of Vilnius, Lithuania. 🇱🇹 ✈️   We kicked off our trip by diving into Lithuanian culture through its cuisine, enjoying traditional meals that were both hearty and full of flavour. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the hands-on jewellery workshop. Under the guidance of expert craftspeople, we rolled up our sleeves and crafted unique silver rings – and even a pair of earrings! It was refreshing to step outside our usual routine and craft something entirely from scratch. 💍🔨 Stay tuned for Day 2! Spoiler alert: it involved history, exploration, and even more delicious food.   #TeamAdventures #Vilnius #PreChristmasTrip

The Finnish TSO Fingrid Oyj has outlined seven potential grid connection points for offshore wind farms in the 2030s, each with a maximum capacity of 1.3 GW. 🔍💡⚡ 📍 Six grid connection points are located along Finland's west coast, where offshore wind development is concentrated. One new connection point and alternatives for the southwest point were added to the final report. ⏳ The earliest connection on the west coast could be available by 2030 and the latest by 2037, depending on the need for grid reinforcements and new substations. 💰 The plan requires €0.7 billion in new investments for 1,100 km of 400 kV power lines and 3-5 new substations, in addition to the €4 billion general grid development plan. No investment decisions have been made yet. 📃 Grid connection can be secured through a grid connection agreement once a project has reached a late permitting stage including zoning, building permits and expropriation permit for a connecting line. Fingrid also plans to introduce a preliminary grid connection agreement for reserving grid capacity for a fixed period. It remains to be determined at which stage the preliminary agreement could be concluded and how it would be allocated in situations where multiple projects at the same development stage compete for grid connection. Offshore wind power is recognised as a critical component for Finland's clean transition. The report is one of the steps advancing the market development and unlocking its vast potential. 🌬️🌊   ➡️ Link to Fingrid's report: https://lnkd.in/eVfCqkJp. #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #WindPower #Grid #Infrastructure #Finland