Hafslund has submitted a request to build Norway's largest power plant, known as the Låvi hydropower plant, in Aurland municipality, located in Vestland. The new plant will have a capacity of 610 MW, and when combined with the existing Aurland 1 facility, it will total 1450 MW, making it the largest in the country based on output. This significant upgrade aims to enhance Norway's energy supply capabilities during peak demand periods and stabilize price fluctuations in the market.

Kristin Lian, CEO of Hafslund Kraft, emphasizes the necessity for increased power generation to support a rapidly changing energy system. The Låvi plant will be developed as a parallel facility, taking advantage of the existing water resources managed by the current Aurland 1 plant. By capturing the water flow from Viddalsvatnet to Aurlandsfjorden, this new facility is designed to utilize existing resources efficiently, ensuring a consistent power supply, especially on cold winter days.

The initiative is seen as a crucial step in addressing Norway's growing energy demands and maintaining reliable electricity supply. The project is poised not only to benefit local power users but also to play a role in the broader energy ecosystem by helping to manage supply when it is needed most. Hafslund’s investment reflects the increasing pressure to adapt Norway’s energy infrastructure in response to both local and global energy dynamics.