How much is the energy storage power station in bergen norway

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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.

Is Norsk Hydro planning a new pumped storage power plant?

In April 2020, the Norwegian Ministry of Energy granted Norsk Hydro a concession to develop the Illvatn pumped storage power plant. An application for a plan change is being processed by the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE).

How much electricity does Norway produce a year?

At the beginning of 2025, Norway’s power supply had an installed production capacity of 40 334 MW, with an estimated normal annual production of around 157 TWh. The year 2024 set a new record with electricity production of 157.2 TWh, while 2023 had a total production of 154 TWh.

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.