World Power Plants

Holen kraftverk328 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

The Holen kraftverk hydro power plant, located in Norway, is a noteworthy facility in Europe’s renewable energy sector. Commissioned in 1981, this hydroelectric power plant boasts a capacity of 328 MW, demonstrating Norway's commitment to sustainable energy generation. Utilizing advanced dam technology, Holen kraftverk harnesses the natural flow of water to produce electricity, significantly contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. Situated at coordinates 59.3531, 7.2480, this plant is critical for the local grid, providing a dependable source of power that aligns with Norway's ambitious energy policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting hydropower. As one of the many hydroelectric facilities in Norway, Holen kraftverk underscores the nation’s leadership in renewable energy and its efforts to maintain a clean, sustainable energy supply for future generations.

Capacity
328 MW
Commissioning Year
1981

45 years old

Owner
Å Energi Vannkraft
Location
59.3531°, 7.2480°

Norway, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 27. largest of 440 plants in Norway
  • #5,817 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,030 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.83% of the installed capacity of Norway
Age & fleet comparison

45 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

Å Energi Vannkraft operates 6 plants totalling 513 MW

Regional density

62 plants within 100 km, 10,772 MW combined

Nearest plant: Holen (0.8 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 59.353104, 7.248001
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Holen kraftverk is a hydro power plant producing approximately 1149 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
Norway
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

NorwayEnergy Profile

440
Total Plants
39.5 GW
Total Capacity
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