Finnish regulator orders Tuike to halt data center prep

Lupa- ja valvontavirasto has issued a directive requiring Tuike Finland Oy to stop environmentally significant preparation work for the planned data center projects in Muhos and Kajaani until the environmental impact assessment procedures are completed.

• The order was issued on 2026-10-06 and requires work to stop immediately and no later than 2026-10-23; Tuike must submit a written explanation by 2026-10-14 and may comment on whether it will comply.
• The directive covers tree clearing, topsoil removal, excavation, blasting, crushing, soil transport, ditching, and construction of work roads and storage areas; the article also says the EIA reports are expected to be completed during 2026.