When will Norway's first solar power plant be completed?

The total investment in the solar power plant is around NOK 40 million, and according to the plan, it will be completed during the autumn of 2022. For the Energy companies Østfold Energi and Akershus Energi, it is important to contribute to realize Norway’s first solar power plant, and thus lead the way in investing in solar in Norway.

Where is a solar farm located in Norway?

State-owned energy company Store Norske Energi installed the solar and storage at Isfjord Radio on the island of Spitsbergen, the largest and the only permanently populated island in the archipelago, and the solar farm is expected to come online tomorrow.

How many solar power plants are there in Norway?

As of 31 March 2023, there are no dedicated solar power plants in Norway. During 2022, approximately 153 MW of new solar power was installed in Norway. Norway’s thermal power plants accounted for about 1.5% of the total production capacity in 2023.

How much solar power does Norway have in 2023?

In 2023, more than 90% of the installed capacity was connected to the Norwegian power grid. About 5% of the solar power in Norway had an installed capacity of more than 50 kW in 2023. In 2023, most of the solar power in Norway is installed on the roofs of households and industry, and primarily cover their own consumption.

How many thermal power plants are there in Norway?

Hence, production often depends on the electricity needs of the industry. These power plants use a variety of energy sources, including municipal waste, industrial waste, surplus heat, oil, natural gas and coal. There are 30 thermal power plants in Norway, with a total installed capacity of about 642 MW.

Does Norway have hydropower?

Hydropower accounts for most of the Norwegian power supply, and the resource base for production depends on the precipitation in a given year. This is a significant difference compared to the rest of Europe where security of supply is mainly secured through thermal power plants, with fuels available in the energy markets.