Who owns pumped-storage power plants in Luxembourg?

Société Electrique de l’Our S.A., an incorporated company under Luxembourg law, operates the pumped-storage power plant (PSP) in Vianden, run-of-river hydroelectric stations on the Moselle and Our rivers as well as windfarms in Luxembourg. The main shareholders are the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and RWE Power, each holding 40.3%.

What is Luxembourg's energy system like?

Luxembourg’s energy system is characterised by high import dependence and reliance on fossil fuels. In 2018, 95% of its energy supply (100% of oil, natural gas and biofuels and 86% of electricity) were imported. It had the fourth-highest share of fossils fuels in TPES (78%) and the highest share of oil in TPES (60%) among IEA member countries.

Is Luxembourg a space power?

Luxembourg first emerged as a potential space power five years ago. In February 2016, the Grand Duchy launched its Space Resources programme, a project to prepare for the future use of extraterrestrial minerals, water and gases to provide energy and materials for human activities beyond Earth.

Which pumped storage power plant is the most powerful?

The shaft power plant machine 10, and machine 11 - newly built in 2014 - each with a 200 MW pump-turbine, are also part of the Vianden pumped storage power plant. With a total output of 1300 MW in turbine mode and 1040 MW in pump mode, the Vianden pumped storage power plant is one of the most powerful power plants in the world. Presentation.

Who owns Vianden pumped-storage power station?

The main shareholders are the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and RWE Power, each holding 40.3%. By contractual arrangement, use of Vianden pumped-storage power station is the preserve of RWE Power. The RWE power plant portfolio can thus avail of up to 1,296 MW of turbine capacity.