100 mNOK Solar Investment

Henja Gislaved Solpark Utvikling is a large-scale solar power project developed by Aneo, in partnership with the Swedish company Sunna Group, where Aneo became a co-owner in September 2022. Approximately 100 million NOK has been invested in the project, representing Aneo’s first major solar power investment in Sweden. The project involves building a substantial solar park in a fire-damaged forest area outside Gislaved in Jönköping County.

300 Hectares, 15.5 MW Capacity

The project covers an area of around 300 hectares, equivalent to about 45 football fields. With an installed capacity of 15.5 megawatts (MW) and an annual production of 15 gigawatt-hours (GWh), the solar park is expected to generate enough electricity to power more than 3000 households. It features approximately 23,000 solar panels and is notable for being the largest solar park in Sweden constructed without fencing, allowing free movement for both animals and humans.

First Forest Solar Park in Sweden

This solar park is significant not just for its size but also because it is the first large-scale solar project built on forest land in Sweden. The process of obtaining permits and grid connection was highly efficient, allowing the project to move from development to operation in just two years. It started producing electricity in March 2024 and had its official opening in June 2024.

Eco-Friendly Development

Henja Gislaved Solpark also embodies a strong focus on environmentally friendly development. The project is situated in a previously fire-damaged area, chosen to minimize additional environmental impact. The site will undergo natural revegetation, and the lessons learned will be valuable for future solar projects in similar environments. The park demonstrates how renewable energy can be developed sustainably, balancing energy production with ecological considerations.

Strategic Solar Expansion Goal

In addition to contributing to renewable energy production, the project is seen as a vital step in Aneo's strategic goal of expanding solar power capacity. Aneo aims to develop up to 2 terawatt-hours (TWh) of solar power by 2030, which would be enough to meet the annual electricity needs of approximately 125,000 Norwegian households. The experiences and expertise gained from Henja Gislaved Solpark will inform future projects in Sweden and Norway.