Breivikbotn at a Glance
Breivikbotn is a hydropower plant (Kraftverk) located in Hasvik municipality, Finnmark county, northern Norway. Operated under NVE plant ID 1099, it has been in continuous operation since 1949 and remains an active asset within Norway's energy infrastructure.
The plant feeds into the NO4 price zone (Finnmark), part of the Nordic electricity market. Its proximity to regional grid infrastructure—approximately 0.94 km from the nearest Statnett transformer station (66 kV)—provides direct access to the transmission network.
Ownership & Operator
Breivikbotn is owned and operated by **HAMMERFEST ENERGI PRODUKSJON AS**, the primary concession holder. This entity holds the active concession from the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) and is responsible for plant maintenance, operations, and regulatory compliance.
Hydrological Context
The plant draws water from the **Eggevatnvassdraget** watershed system. This catchment area defines the plant's water availability and seasonal flow patterns, which are critical variables for long-term production forecasting and asset valuation.
Detailed hydrological data—including gross head, catchment area, and multi-year production averages—are available to registered users after login.
Regional Position
County: Finnmark Municipality: Hasvik Electricity Price Zone: NO4 (Finnmark) Concession Status: Active (NVE)
Breivikbotn operates within Finnmark's energy ecosystem, a region characterized by significant hydropower capacity and seasonal variations in water availability. The nearest industrial cluster (Finnfjord/Skaland) lies approximately 221 km away, limiting immediate industrial off-take opportunities but positioning the plant within a broader regional grid.
Data Centre Suitability Assessment
HydroSec rates Breivikbotn with a Grade A for data centre hosting potential. This assessment reflects:
- Grid proximity: Direct connection to 66 kV Statnett infrastructure
- Operational stability: Continuous operation since 1949 demonstrates asset reliability
- Regional power availability: Access to Finnmark's hydropower-rich grid
Grade A indicates strong technical suitability for mission-critical cooling and compute loads, subject to capacity constraints and detailed infrastructure audits available post-login.
Specific megawatt capacity, efficiency metrics, and sub-scores for Tier 0/Tier 1 hosting are restricted to authenticated users.
What You'll Access After Registration
HydroSec's premium data layer unlocks:
- Technical specifications: Maximum capacity (MW), average annual production, gross head
- Hydrological detail: Catchment area, seasonal flow profiles, drought/flood risk indices
- Infrastructure mapping: Precise grid connection points, transformer specifications, backup systems
- Financial context: Historical production data, market pricing correlation, asset valuation benchmarks
- Ownership chain: Full corporate structure and concession history
Related Assets & Navigation
Explore other Kraftverk-type plants in the region, or view all Norwegian hydropower assets on our interactive map.
Risks and Limitations
Hydrological Risk: Breivikbotn's output depends on precipitation and snowmelt patterns in the Eggevatnvassdraget catchment. Drought periods or climate variability may reduce generation below historical averages.
Regulatory Risk: The plant operates under NVE concession. Changes to Norwegian energy policy, environmental regulations, or grid codes could affect operations or profitability.
Market Risk: Electricity prices in the NO4 zone fluctuate based on Nordic market dynamics, seasonal demand, and interconnection flows. Past production does not guarantee future returns.
Data Limitations: This page presents publicly available NVE registry data. Detailed technical, financial, and hydrological information requires authenticated access. Investors should conduct independent due diligence and consult legal and financial advisors before making investment decisions.
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