Orkland
Orkland is a wind energy hub with 435 MW of active wind capacity and strategic grid infrastructure anchored by Snilldal and Orkdal substations.
Active Queue
Production
30 MWConsumption
108 MWCases
4Active Concessions
Production
405 MWConsumption
0 MWCases
13Overview
The municipality hosts significant wind development activity with multiple large-scale projects including operational Geitfjellet (105 MW) and development-stage projects like Svarthammaren (150-300 MW). Strong grid infrastructure with major substations supports both renewable generation and industrial consumption, though recent hydrogen project withdrawal signals some market headwinds.
Recent Activity
Statkraft Energi AS acquired a 30 MW wind project at Snilldal in March 2026, while TrønderEnergi Kraft withdrew a 12 MW hydrogen project, indicating mixed momentum with continued wind investment but challenges in emerging hydrogen sector.
Key Substations
Outlook
Strong prospects for wind energy development with multiple projects in pipeline and robust grid infrastructure. The presence of major operators like Statkraft and established grid connections through Snilldal and Orkdal substations positions Orkland well for continued renewable energy expansion, though hydrogen sector faces near-term challenges.
| Bewi Eps Norway As | 3 | consumption | Snilldal | Tensio AS | In Queue | aquaculture |
| ELINOR BATTERIES AS | 100 | consumption | Orkdal | Tensio AS | In Queue | industrial |
| ORKLAND NÆRINGSPARK AS | 5.1 | consumption | Orkdal | Tensio AS | In Queue | industrial |
| STATKRAFT ENERGI AS | 30 | production | Snilldal | Tensio AS | Reserved | wind |
| TRØNDERENERGI KRAFT AS | 12 | consumption | Snilldal | Tensio AS | withdrawn | hydrogen |