Hjelmeland

Overview

The municipality has 6 active concession cases totaling 4.5 MW of hydropower, dominated by Statkraft's Blåfjell pumped storage expansion as part of the larger Ulla-Førre complex. Grid infrastructure activity is significant with multiple network upgrades and aquaculture connections, though one hydropower project was recently withdrawn from the grid queue.

Recent Activity

Active grid infrastructure development with Lnett upgrading transformer stations and Årdal Aqua building new network stations for aquaculture operations, alongside Statkraft's temporary construction facilities for the Blåfjell project.

Key Substations

Outlook

Moderate prospects driven by existing hydropower infrastructure and the strategic Førre connection point, with potential for aquaculture-related grid demand growth, though some project withdrawals indicate selective development.