EcoFlow PowerOcean Plus: Built for Robustness, Expanding Farm Self-sufficiency in Norway
In Nore og Uvdal Municipality, Norway, Stein Rudi runs a working farm shaped by the realities of rural life - long winters, heavy snow, and a constant reliance on electricity to keep daily operations running. From water systems to refrigeration, energy is essential to maintaining both productivity and stability. For Stein, building a more self-sufficient farm wasn’t just an ambition - it was a necessity.
Challenges
Like many in the region, Stein had already invested in solar panels. But with a traditional on-grid setup, much of the energy produced during the day was either used immediately or sent back to the grid. “It doesn’t help much to have electricity during the day,” he explains. “It’s in the morning and evening—when the sun isn’t out—that I need it most.”
At the same time, Norway’s snow-heavy winters made rooftop solar less effective, leading Stein to install ground-mounted panels that could be adjusted to capture sunlight year-round. Even then, without storage, the system couldn’t fully support his needs.
EcoFlow x Elektroimportoren Brings the Solutions to Reality
To bridge that gap, Stein expanded his setup with the EcoFlow PowerOcean Plus system, transforming his solar installation into a fully integrated energy solution. By connecting his existing solar panels into the system as a retrofit, the farm can now capture, store, and reuse its own energy instead of sending it back to the grid.
The installation includes a 29.9kW hybrid inverter and a 40kWh battery system, enabling full backup capability across the farm’s operations.
Stepping into the Era of Self-sufficient Energy Management
Now, energy produced during the day is stored and used when it’s needed most—early mornings, evenings, or during outages. The system ensures that critical functions like water supply and refrigeration continue uninterrupted, even if the grid goes down. “If the power is out, the farm can still function,” Stein says.
For Stein, the value goes beyond reliability. It’s about making full use of what he produces—reducing waste, lowering dependence on the grid, and moving closer to true energy independence. With a system that’s both scalable and easy to expand, the farm is now equipped not just for today’s needs, but for the future as well.
This project highlights how energy storage can unlock the full potential of solar—especially in rural environments where conditions are unpredictable and reliability is critical. By turning generation into usable, on-demand power, farms like Stein’s can operate with greater confidence, control, and resilience.
About EcoFlow
EcoFlow is a global pioneer in eco-friendly energy solutions, driving the transition toward smarter, cleaner and more independent power. Founded in 2017, EcoFlow is No. 1 in smart home energy storage solutions, empowering millions of users to take control of their energy at home and beyond. With operational headquarters in Seattle, Düsseldorf, Irvine, Tokyo and Birmingham, and a business and data center in Singapore, EcoFlow operates as a global ecosystem spanning research, operations, and manufacturing. Its innovative technologies serve over 6 million users across 140 markets and redefine how the world takes control of its energy.
About Elektroimportoren
Elektroimportøren is one of Norway’s leading suppliers of electrical materials, lighting, smart home products and energy solutions for both private customers and professionals. Through its online store and nationwide retail network, Elektroimportøren offers a broad range of products and solutions that make it easier for customers to build, upgrade and maintain safer, smarter and more energy-efficient homes, cabins and businesses. As part of its energy offering, Elektroimportøren provides solutions within solar energy, energy storage and backup power, helping customers take more control of their energy consumption.
