Norwegian power-guzzler yearns for wind

Norsk Hydro looks with concern upon the resistance toward wind energy, which in the worst-case scenario might end up yielding a power shortage in Norway. If electricity during a societal process of electrification is to be held at a more or less stable and cheap level, wind energy is a must, says the company, which on its own accounts for 14 percent of Norway's power consumption.
Photo: PR / Norsk Hydro
Photo: PR / Norsk Hydro

Nov. 6, between 6 and 7 p.m., Norwegians watched the news and cooked dinner at double the usual price. In this span, the power price increased to NOK 0.86 (EUR 0.085) per kWh at the most expensive time of day.

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