Hydropower · Norway

Bratsberg hydroelectric plant

Bratsberg hydroelectric plant is a 132 MW hydropower plant located in Norway. The facility is currently in operation, with its first unit entering service in 1977.

132 MWCapacity
OperatingStatus
1977Start year
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Overview

Technology: conventional storage.

Ownership: Statkraft.

Why it matters

  • Hydropower provides renewable electricity and, where reservoirs exist, dispatchable output and storage that help stabilise the grid; output varies with rainfall and river flows.

Location

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of Bratsberg hydroelectric plant?

Bratsberg hydroelectric plant has a capacity of 132 MW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.

Who owns Bratsberg hydroelectric plant?

Statkraft.

Where is Bratsberg hydroelectric plant located?

It is located in Norway. Approximate coordinates: 63.3525, 10.4378.

When did Bratsberg hydroelectric plant start operating?

Start year: 1977. Current status: Operating.

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