Mellomjord 2 – Overview
Mellomjord 2 is a [hydropower plant][1] (Kraftverk) located in Tromsø municipality, Troms county, in northern Norway. The facility has been operational since the end of 2007 and is registered with the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) under installation ID 1672 [2].
The plant operates within the KYSTFELT watershed system, which encompasses coastal precipitation patterns characteristic of northern Norway's maritime climate. This hydrological context is essential for understanding seasonal production variability and long-term resource availability [3].
Regional Context
Mellomjord 2 is situated in Troms county and operates within the NO4 electricity price zone, which covers northern Norway and is part of the Nordic power exchange (Nord Pool) system [4]. The facility's grid connection point is approximately 22.24 km from the nearest Statnett transformer station, operating at 66 kV voltage [5].
The nearest significant industrial area is Finnfjord (Skaland), located approximately 62 km away, which provides context for potential power offtake agreements and infrastructure development [6].
Operational Status
The facility received its concession from the Norwegian authorities with a status of granted_pending, indicating regulatory approval with specific conditions or pending final implementation requirements [7]. The plant has maintained continuous operation since its commissioning date of 31 December 2007 [8].
Data Center Suitability Assessment
Mellomjord 2 has been assigned a HydroSec Data Center Suitability Grade of A [9]. This assessment reflects the plant's potential alignment with modern data center infrastructure requirements, though detailed capacity specifications and sub-scores are available only to registered users of the HydroSec platform.
The qualitative A-grade indicates favorable characteristics for power-intensive applications, subject to further technical and commercial due diligence.
Watershed and Hydrological Context
The plant draws from the [KYSTFELT watershed][3], a coastal precipitation system. Detailed hydrological data—including mean annual inflow, seasonal distribution, and long-term variability—are accessible through the HydroSec member portal following registration.
Understanding the KYSTFELT system is critical for:
- Seasonal production forecasting
- Long-term energy yield estimation
- Climate and weather pattern analysis
- Comparative benchmarking against regional peers
What You'll Access After Registration
The HydroSec platform provides registered users with detailed technical and commercial data currently withheld from this public view:
- Installed capacity (MaksYtelse) and mean annual production (MidProd)
- Gross head (BruttoFallhoyde) and detailed turbine specifications
- Hydrological time series and inflow forecasts
- Detailed site infrastructure maps and grid connection diagrams
- Ownership and concession history
- Sub-scores for data center suitability across power, cooling, and connectivity dimensions
Risks and Limitations
Regulatory and Concession Risk: The plant's concession status of "granted_pending" indicates that final implementation conditions may apply. Investors should verify current concession terms and any outstanding regulatory requirements with NVE [10].
Hydrological Variability: Production from hydropower facilities is inherently dependent on precipitation and inflow patterns. Historical data does not guarantee future performance. The KYSTFELT watershed's coastal location may expose the plant to seasonal and inter-annual variability [11].
Grid Infrastructure: The plant's connection to the 66 kV Statnett network at a distance of approximately 22.24 km introduces transmission constraints and potential congestion costs that should be evaluated in commercial models [12].
Data Limitations: This public summary does not include specific capacity, production, or financial figures. All investment decisions should be based on complete technical due diligence, including site visits, hydrological studies, and legal review of concession documents.
No Guarantee of Returns: This page provides factual information only and does not constitute investment advice, tax guidance, or a guarantee of future performance or returns.
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Sources:
- [1] Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE): Hydropower Plant Registry
- [2] NVE Powerplant API: Installation ID 1672
- [3] NVE Watershed Classification System (KYSTFELT)
- [4] Nord Pool Electricity Price Zones
- [5] Statnett Grid Infrastructure Database
- [6] Norwegian Industrial Area Registry