Hydroelectric Power
Reservoir, run-of-river and pumped-storage hydropower; dams, turbines and environmental impact.
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Daryan Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Transboundary Water Disputes
Daryan Dam in Iran: 210 MW hydroelectric project on the Sirvan River, archaeological salvage, and transboundary water conflicts with Iraq.
Nyemanga Hydroelectric Power Station
Overview of the Nyemanga Hydroelectric Power Station in Burundi, its 1.44 MW capacity, and rehabilitation history.
New Pump House: Historic Water Infrastructure in Richmond, Virginia
The New Pump House is a historic Gothic Revival pumping station in Richmond, Virginia, operating from 1883 to 1924.
Mandraka Power Station
Overview of the Mandraka hydroelectric power station in Madagascar, including its 24 MW capacity, Pelton turbines, and operational history.
Tienlun Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure on the Dajia River
Tienlun Dam is a concrete gravity dam in Taichung, Taiwan, built 1952-1956. It supplies a 195 MW power station on the Dajia River cascade.
Aniwhenua Power Station: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Regional Energy History
Overview of the Aniwhenua hydroelectric power station in New Zealand, covering its construction, ownership changes, and operational signific...
Samanala Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Geological Challenges in Sri Lanka
Overview of the Samanala Dam in Sri Lanka, its hydroelectric capacity, and the significant geological leak affecting its operations.
Richard B. Russell Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Pumped-Storage Operations
Overview of the Richard B. Russell Dam on the Savannah River, its construction history, and pumped-storage hydroelectric operations.
Shuibuya Dam: Engineering the World's Tallest Concrete-Face Rock-Fill Embankment
Shuibuya Dam is the world's tallest concrete-face rock-fill dam on China's Qingjiang River, featuring a 1840 MW underground power station.
Latyan Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Water Management in Tehran
Latyan Dam is a buttress dam on the Jajrood River in Iran, providing water and 45 MW of hydroelectric power to Tehran.
Gomal Zam Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Sediment Challenges in South Waziristan
Gomal Zam Dam is a gravity dam in Pakistan providing irrigation, flood control, and 17.4 MW of hydroelectric power, facing significant sedim...
Petit-Saut Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Environmental Legacy in French Guiana
The Petit-Saut Dam is a gravity dam in French Guiana with 116 MW capacity, notable for its environmental impact on the Sinnamary River.
Chiniot Dam: Proposed Hydroelectric Infrastructure on the Chenab River
Overview of the proposed Chiniot Dam in Punjab, Pakistan, designed for irrigation and 80 MW power generation.
Glendoe Hydro Scheme: Engineering Challenges and Legal Dispute
Glendoe Hydro Scheme is a 100 MW hydroelectric power station in the Scottish Highlands, notable for its record hydraulic head and a major tu...
Cahora Bassa Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Transboundary Operations
Overview of the Cahora Bassa Dam in Mozambique, its history, HVDC transmission to South Africa, and operational significance.
Motukawa Power Station: Hydroelectric Infrastructure in Taranaki
Hydroelectric power station in Taranaki, New Zealand, utilizing Manganui River water and Lake Ratapiko storage.
Ahai Dam: Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Environmental Assessment on the Jinsha River
Ahai Dam is a gravity dam on the Jinsha River in Yunnan, China, with 2000 MW capacity. Notable for early NGO involvement in environmental im...
Ruzizi III Hydroelectric Power Station
Proposed 206 MW hydropower plant on the Ruzizi River, straddling Rwanda and DRC, involving Scatec and IPS.
Kabu 16 Hydroelectric Power Station
Kabu 16 is a 20 MW hydroelectric plant in Burundi, funded by India and operated by REGIDESO.
Jebel Aulia Dam: Infrastructure, Hydroelectric Operations and Strategic History in Sudan
Overview of the Jebel Aulia Dam in Sudan, its 1930s construction, 2003 hydroelectric expansion, and strategic role in the 2023-2024 Sudanese...