The establishment of the ResilEast network has received strong support across party lines.Timo Suhonen, a member of Parliamentfrom the SDP,has beenelected chair of the ResilEast network.
ResilEast is a national defense energy program that, if implemented, will create thousands of jobs, particularly in eastern Finland. The network was established to support the program, as sustainability, security, and security of supply can serve as a new driver of growth in eastern Finland.
Affordable green energy and bio-based carbon dioxide cannot be the exclusive privilege of western Finland. Eastern Finland has many untapped energy sources, but access to energy is a barrier to investment.
-The ResilEast program consists of a chain of energy projects that form the backbone of nationwide industrial development. As a byproduct, defense capabilities can also be built, the most urgent of which include, for example, support for drone shields and military mobility in terms of visibility, data, and infrastructure. This could be implemented not only at a reasonable cost but also in a way that generates revenue for the national treasury, says Jari Sistonen, entrepreneur and founder of the ResilEast program.
ResilEast is a cross-term program that will also require the support of future governments. The program will generate prosperity in eastern Finland and is also in line with the guidelines of the EU’s program for eastern border regions.
According to Jami Holtar, CEO of Suomen Vetylaakso ry, which is participating in the program, the interest shown by members of Parliament and Timo Suhonen’s enthusiasm for taking on the role of network chair represent a crucial step forward in the program’s implementation.
“The broad participation of members of Parliament across party lines is a valuable asset in advancing the ResilEast program. I am very pleased that the program’s significance is recognized beyond the scope of a single legislative term,” Holtari says.
For more information:
Timo Suhonen, Member of Parliament, 040-356-6869,timo.suhonen@eduskunta.fi
Jami Holtari, Executive Director, Finnish Hydrogen Valley Association 040 055 1435,jami.holtari@vetylaakso.fi
Jari Sistonen, entrepreneur, U-Cont Oy, 040-551-0580,jari.sistonen@u-cont.fi
