Holen kraftverk— 328 MW Hydroelectric
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.
45 years old
Norway, Europe
- 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
45 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Å Energi Vannkraft operates 6 plants totalling 513 MW
62 plants within 100 km, 10,772 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
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
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