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How does hydropower work in Austria?

In Austria, hydropower is one of the most widely used means of generating electricity. Run-of-river power stations produce power around the clock, while pumped storage power stations store the energy and supply electricity to consumers as required.

How does the electricity grid work in Austria?

The electricity grid in Austria is split into different levels. The greater the volume of electricity that needs to be transmitted over large distances, the higher the grid level it travels along. This means that large power plants inject electricity into the system at the top level.

What happened to Austria's last coal-fired power plant?

Austria’s last coal-fired power plant closed back in 2020. Austria has a highly reliable electricity supply network – thanks mainly to a diversified mix of energy sources which ensures that generating capacity can be put to optimum use at any time. In Austria, hydropower is one of the most widely used means of generating electricity.

Are pumped storage power stations a good partner for wind farms?

This makes pumped storage power stations ideal partners for wind farms. At the moment, wind power accounts for about 11% of Austria’s total electricity output. The share of photovoltaics in Austria is growing rapidly and already accounts for 7 percent of total electricity generation.