Angaback Hydroelectric Power Plant, Sweden | 7 MW Facility

Angaback is a hydroelectric power plant located in Sweden, with coordinates 56.4833° N, 13.5000° E. The facility has a capacity of 7 MW and is owned by Statkraft, a major European renewable energy company. It is currently operational, supplying clean electricity to the regional grid. As a hydroelectric facility, Angaback operates without direct fuel combustion, resulting in negligible emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx. The plant's small scale (7 MW) is typical for run-of-river or small reservoir hydro projects in Sweden, which often utilize local water resources. Sweden's regulatory framework for hydropower includes environmental flow requirements and licensing under the Environmental Code, ensuring sustainable operation. Angaback plays a role in Sweden's renewable energy mix, which is dominated by hydro and nuclear power. The plant supports local energy needs and contributes to the country's goal of 100% renewable electricity generation. Its operation by Statkraft ensures adherence to high environmental and safety standards.

Hydroelectric power plants like Angaback have minimal air emissions but can affect local aquatic ecosystems through altered water flows and fish migration. In Sweden, strict environmental regulations require measures such as fish ladders and minimum flow releases to mitigate ecological impacts. The plant's small capacity reduces its footprint, and its location in a sparsely populated area limits exposure to human populations.