Natural Hot Spring
Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant
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Hellisheiðarvirkjun is a major geothermal power station operated by ON Power south of the Hengill volcanic system. Commissioned in 2006, it produces both electricity and hot water for the wider Reykjavík area.
Learn how high-temperature geothermal resources are turned into electricity and district-heating water.
About Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant
Hellisheiði Power Station is a major ON Power geothermal facility in the Hengill area, producing electricity and hot water. A managed public geothermal exhibition explains Icelandic geology, geothermal energy and related technologies including Carbfix. Operational areas remain restricted, so visitors should use the designated exhibition and visitor facilities.
Did You Know?
- Hellisheiði Power Station is operated by ON Power.
- The station began operation in 2006 and produces electricity and hot water.
- A public geothermal exhibition explains the energy system and Carbfix technology.
- Operational areas of the power station are not open for unrestricted visitor access.
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