Finland has been ranked as the world's happiest country for the ninth year in a row and has also achieved a significant decline in greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in the power sector. The country has seen a nearly 80% reduction in emissions from electricity generation between 2016 and 2025, with structural changes such as the phaseout of fossil-fueled electricity generation and increased use of nuclear and wind power leading to a nearly 95% carbon-neutral electricity mix. Finland has ended Russian gas imports, expanded its nuclear and wind power capacity, and aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. The enactment of the Climate Change Act in 2022, the opening of Europe's largest nuclear reactor, increased wind generation, and the closure of the last active coal plant in 2025 have all contributed to significant emission declines, making Finland a global example of effective decarbonization despite a growing economy and population.
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World’s 1st Production Solid-State Battery!
A small company in Finland, Donutlabs, has developed the world's first production solid-state battery with a high energy density of 400 Wh/kg. Verge Motorcycles has incorporated these batteries into their motorcycles, allowing for up to 600 km of range and an 80% charge in less than 10 minutes. The batteries have a long cycle life, work in extreme temperatures, and are safe and cost-effective. This advancement in battery technology could lead to the end of combustion engines in various applications and accelerate the electrification of the world's energy, offering a promising solution to reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/01/05/worlds-1st-production-solid-state-battery/