Norway

Nedre Rossaga — 378 MW Hydroelectric

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Nedre Rossaga is a 378 MW hydro power plant located in Norway. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
378 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1967

Year online

Owner
Statkraft

Operator

Location
66.05, 13.78

Coordinates

Insights

#19
largest in Norway
#925
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,456
largest worldwide
1967
17 yrs older than avg
264
operated by Statkraft
19
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
378 MW
Commissioned
1967
Status
Operational
Owner
Statkraft
Country
Norway
Coordinates
66.052, 13.782

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
31,788 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,543,063 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

6,910
cars / year
4,238
homes / year
1,444,922
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Nedre Rossaga is a notable hydroelectric power generation facility located in Norway, positioned at coordinates 66.0520° N, 13.7820° E. This power plant boasts a generation capacity of 378 MW, contributing significantly to Norway’s energy landscape, which is predominantly powered by renewable sources. Utilizing hydroelectric dam technology, Nedre Rossaga converts the energy of flowing water into electricity, providing a sustainable and clean energy solution. The facility plays a crucial role in the local grid, ensuring a reliable electricity supply to both residential and industrial users in the region. As Norway continues to lead the way in renewable energy production, the importance of hydroelectric power plants like Nedre Rossaga cannot be understated. The Norwegian government actively promotes the use of renewable energy, and hydro plants are at the heart of this strategy, helping to meet ambitious climate targets. Nedre Rossaga not only exemplifies the efficiency of hydroelectric technology but also represents Norway’s commitment to a sustainable energy future, making it a key player in the country’s energy generation portfolio.

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