According to Svenska kraftnät, Sweden's national power grid operator, high electricity prices during an unusually cold winter helped the country's power system avoid shortages. The cold and expensive electricity winter prompted Swedes to reduce their consumption, with no power shortages occurring despite the challenging conditions. Pontus de Maré of Svenska kraftnät stated that while the high prices helped maintain grid stability, they were not positive for Sweden and something the operator is critical of.
The peak load hour during winter occurred on January 12 between 8 and 9 AM, marking the period of highest electricity demand. The power grid reportedly handled the cold winter well, according to the grid operator's assessment.
while the high prices helped maintain grid stability, they were not positive for Sweden and something the operator is critical of