Alholmens Kraft
One of the largest power plants in Finland
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2001, Alholmens Kraft is a biomass power plant located in Finland with an installed capacity of 265 MW. It is operated by Alholmens Kraft Ab. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in Finland.
Why It Matters
Alholmens Kraft burns organic materials to produce electricity for Finland, generating around 144,706 US-equivalent households per year. Biomass plants of this scale are often controversial—their carbon accounting depends heavily on the source of the fuel and on land-use changes.
Environmental Impact
Alholmens Kraft's climate impact depends heavily on the source of its fuel. Sustainably sourced waste biomass can be near-neutral on a lifecycle basis; biomass from dedicated energy crops or from forests is much more contested, particularly when accounting for soil carbon and forest-regrowth timescales.
Fun Facts
- Among the top 5 biomass power plants in Finland.
- One of the 10 largest power plants in Finland.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 144,706 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 25 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Alholmens Kraft produce?▾
Alholmens Kraft has an installed nameplate capacity of 265 MW. At typical capacity factors for biomass plants (~65%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 144,706 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Alholmens Kraft located?▾
Alholmens Kraft is located in Finland at approximately 63.7167°, 22.6833°.
When was Alholmens Kraft built?▾
Alholmens Kraft was commissioned in 2001.
Who owns Alholmens Kraft?▾
Alholmens Kraft is owned and operated by Alholmens Kraft Ab.
About Biomass Power
Biomass power plants burn organic materials like wood, agricultural waste, or dedicated energy crops to generate electricity. While renewable, they do produce emissions, though these are considered carbon-neutral in some accounting frameworks.
Other Power Plants in Finland
| Name | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant | Nuclear | 2.8 GW |
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Data Information
Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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