Finnfjordbotn is a 49 MW gas power plant in Norway. This facility is one of only 8 gas plants in the country, contributing to Norway's energy mix since its commissioning. Ranked #8 of 8 gas plants in Norway, Finnfjordbotn accounts for 2.25% of the total gas capacity of 2,179 MW. The largest gas plant in Norway is Naturkraft CCPP at 520 MW, making Finnfjordbotn 10.6 times smaller. Nearby plants include Kvitfjell Raudfjell Vindkraftverk (281.4 MW, Wind) and Lysbotn (6 MW, Hydro). The facility is located in Troms og Finnmark, approximately 150 km from Tromsø.
8 years old
Norway, Europe
Location
Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Norway- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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