Svelgen I – Overview
Svelgen I is a hydropower plant (Kraftverk) located in Bremanger municipality in Vestland county, Norway [1]. The facility is registered with the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) under plant ID 416 [0]. The plant was commissioned on 23 January 2018 [7] and operates under an active concession status [10].
The facility is part of the Svelgenvassdraget water system [8], which forms the hydrological foundation for power generation at this location. As a modern installation in the Vestland region, Svelgen I represents contemporary Norwegian hydropower infrastructure designed for efficient energy conversion.
Operator and Ownership
Svelgen I is operated by SVELGEN KRAFT AS, the main concession holder [6]. This entity holds responsibility for the plant's operation, maintenance, and compliance with Norwegian energy regulations. For detailed information about the operator's portfolio and corporate structure, please visit the operator profile page.
Hydrological Context
The plant draws water from the Svelgenvassdraget catchment area [8], a key water system in the region. Understanding the catchment's precipitation patterns and seasonal water availability is essential for assessing the plant's generation profile. Detailed hydrological data, including seasonal flow patterns and historical precipitation records, is available upon registration on the HydroSec platform.
Regional Location and Grid Connection
Municipality: Bremanger [4] County (Fylke): Vestland [3] Price Zone: NO3 [5]
Svelgen I operates within the NO3 price zone, which covers parts of Western Norway and influences the plant's market participation in the Nordic electricity market. The facility is located approximately 0.28 km from the nearest Statnett transformer station (132 kV) [11], ensuring efficient grid connection and power evacuation.
The closest major industrial area is Høyanger (Hydro) [12], located approximately 74 km away, which provides regional context for industrial electricity demand and infrastructure development.
Data Center Suitability Assessment
HydroSec's infrastructure assessment rates Svelgen I with a Grade A for data center hosting potential [9]. This rating reflects the plant's capability to support small-scale data center operations (maximum capacity approximately 2 MW) [9]. The proximity to grid infrastructure and the plant's operational profile make it suitable for energy-intensive computing applications requiring reliable, renewable power.
Detailed sub-scores covering power stability, cooling infrastructure, and site-specific constraints are available to registered users on the platform.
Plant Classification
Svelgen I is classified as a Kraftverk (hydropower plant) [2], the standard Norwegian designation for commercial hydroelectric generation facilities. This classification distinguishes it from other water-based energy infrastructure and aligns with NVE's regulatory framework.
What You'll Access After Registration
The HydroSec platform provides comprehensive data on Svelgen I to registered users, including:
- Detailed technical specifications: Maximum output capacity, average annual production, and gross head
- Advanced hydrological analysis: Historical flow data, seasonal patterns, and precipitation records
- Infrastructure assessment: Detailed sub-scores for data center suitability, cooling potential, and grid resilience
- Financial modeling tools: Integration with your investment analysis workflows
- Historical performance data: Production trends and operational metrics
These details are restricted to registered users to ensure data integrity and appropriate use of proprietary information.
Risks and Limitations
Data Availability: Some technical parameters (maximum output, average production, gross head) are not publicly available and require platform registration to access. This limitation reflects NVE's data classification practices.
Hydrological Variability: Hydropower generation depends on precipitation and water availability, which fluctuate seasonally and annually. Historical data does not guarantee future performance.
Market and Regulatory Risk: Changes to Norwegian energy policy, grid regulations, or electricity market design may affect plant economics and operational requirements.
Infrastructure Dependencies: The plant's performance and grid connection depend on Statnett's transmission infrastructure and broader regional power system stability.
Data Center Suitability: The Grade A rating is a qualitative assessment based on infrastructure proximity and plant characteristics. Actual data center deployment requires detailed site surveys, cooling analysis, and operator coordination.
No Guarantees: This page provides factual information about plant registration and location. It does not constitute investment advice, financial forecasting, or performance guarantees. Investors must conduct independent due diligence and consult qualified advisors before making investment decisions.