Solar power station portable in Norway

Is Norway a good place for solar energy?

Snow, cold and hardly any sun for four months of the year: at first glance, Norway might not seem like the ideal place for a prospering solar energy industry. Nevertheless, Norway is making great strides in developing the technology, materials and solutions needed to make use of the largest energy source in our solar system.

Can Norway's buildings generate enough solar energy?

A new study has revealed that Norway’s buildings could generate enough solar energy to meet nearly half of the country’s annual electricity demand.

How do power plants in Norway work?

Many power plants in Norway have storage reservoirs and production can therefore be adjusted within the constraints set by the licence and the watercourse itself. Wind and solar power are intermittent; electricity can only be generated when the energy is available. The same applies to run-of-river power plants and small-scale hydropower plants.

Are solar power plants a good investment in Norway?

Most solar installations are rooftop systems installed on private homes and industrial buildings, primarily covering the owners' own electricity consumption. In recent years, there has been growing interest in ground-mounted solar power plants. Norway’s thermal power plants accounted for about 1.5% of the total production capacity in 2025.