What are the energy storage power stations in Norway

How do power plants in Norway work?

Many power plants in Norway have storage reservoirs and production can therefore be adjusted within the constraints set by the licence and the watercourse itself. Wind and solar power are intermittent; electricity can only be generated when the energy is available. The same applies to run-of-river power plants and small-scale hydropower plants.

What type of energy does Norway use?

Norway’s electricity generation is based on almost 100 per cent renewable energy. In 2023, it was based on 89 per cent hydropower and 9 per cent wind power. At the beginning of 2023, the power supply in Norway had a total installed production capacity of 39 703 MW.

How much power does Norway produce a year?

In a normal year, Norwegian power plants produce about 156 TWh (source: Electricity production - Norwegian Energy). The power production per year fluctuates depending on water inflow to the reservoirs. Still, hydropower is the only form of renewable energy production that can be adjusted based on demand.

How many thermal power plants are there in Norway?

There are 30 thermal power plants in Norway, with a total installed capacity of about 538 MW. The power balance expresses the relationship between production and consumption and indicates whether the Norwegian power system is a net exporter or importer in a particular year.