NTNU Energy Transition Podcast
#83 Will Norway run into an electricity shortage? (with Ane Torvanger Brunvoll, NVE)
Feb 25, 2025
Ane Torvanger Brunvoll, Head of the Energy System Section at NVE, dives into Norway's electricity challenges as consumption grows and production remains stable. She discusses potential electricity shortages and the evolving energy mix, emphasizing the crucial role of hydropower. The surge in heat pump installations is explored as a response to rising prices. Brunvoll examines the impact of renewable energy technologies and the complexities of integrating new solutions like hydrogen, setting the stage for a resilient energy future.
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Quick takeaways
- Norway's rising electricity consumption, particularly from industries like data centers, risks surpassing stable production, potentially causing shortages.
- The integration of flexible technologies like hydrogen production and battery storage is vital for managing Norway's future energy supply and demand.
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Electricity Supply and Demand Challenges
Norway's electricity system faces a critical challenge as consumption rises while production remains relatively stable. The increasing demand, particularly from industries such as data centers and e-fuel production, may lead to a potential electricity shortage if new renewable capacities are not developed. Current projections indicate that the demand from various industries could exceed the surplus energy available, necessitating upgrades to the grid to accommodate future loads. Concerns about a future energy deficit are becoming more pronounced, leading to debates about the necessary steps to ensure a stable and resilient power supply.
