The development of the Þeistareykir Power Station is in line with Landsvirkjun’s policy on the responsible utilization of renewable energy resources. The first phase of the development involves the construction of a 45 MW station. The further expansion of the station is under consideration as the National Energy Authority has issued a power production licence for a 100 MW geothermal station in Þeistareykir.
The facility is scheduled to commence power production in the autumn of 2017. The project schedule includes the erection of a steam supply system, civil works such as the construction of the power station, the installation and commissioning of mechanical and electrical equipment as well as control equipment.
Read More........
