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84 GWh pumped storage project planned for Norway
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6 FAQs about [Household energy storage project financing options in Norway 2025]
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).
What projects are under development in Norway?
Another project under development in Norway is a new power plant at Torolmen, in the Årdal municipality, with an estimated annual production of around 30 GWh. The total investment for this project could reach NOK290 million (US$27.4 million), with potential construction starting as early as 2027.
Will Norsk Hydro build a 84 GWh pumped storage project?
(Photo: Narrativ/Hydro) Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminum and renewable energy company, is planning a 84 GWh pumped storage project in Luster Municipality, Norway. The Illvatn project, with an estimated price tag of NOK1.2 billion (US$113 million), is expected to begin construction in 2025, targeting 2028 or 2029 for full operation.
How many energy storage financing and investment deals were completed in 2024?
Through the first three quarters of 2024, 83 energy storage financing and investment deals were reported completed for a total of $17.6 billion invested. Of these transactions, 18 were M&A transactions, up from 11 transactions during the same period in 2023.
Will energy storage growth continue through 2025?
With developers continuing to add new capacity, including 9.2 GW of new lithium-ion battery storage capacity in 2024 through November 2024 and comparable levels of growth expected through the fourth quarter of 2024, energy storage investments and M&A activity are expected to continue this trajectory through 2025.
Is Yane a viable project in Norway?
The company noted that the profitability of the Øyane project is more challenging, and it is currently evaluating its viability. Another project under development in Norway is a new power plant at Torolmen, in the Årdal municipality, with an estimated annual production of around 30 GWh.