Hjelmeland

Overview

The municipality has a balanced energy portfolio with 4 active concession cases totaling 3 MW of hydro production capacity and grid infrastructure developments. Recent activity includes new hydro projects and aquaculture connections, though some hydro development has faced setbacks with a 6.4 MW project withdrawal from the grid queue.

Recent Activity

Strong recent activity with new hydro and aquaculture projects filed, including a 3 MW Segadal kraftverk concession and Årdal Aqua grid connection permit. However, a 6.4 MW hydro project was withdrawn from the grid queue, and MOWI's aquaculture connection was also removed.

Key Substations

Outlook

Moderate prospects focused on small-scale renewable development and aquaculture expansion, with active grid infrastructure improvements supporting local energy needs, though larger hydro development may face grid capacity constraints.