CMR

Song Loulou — 396 MW Hydroelectric

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Song Loulou is a 396 MW hydro power plant located in Cameroon. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
396 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2000

Year online

Owner
Electricity Development Corporation

Operator

Location
4.08, 10.46

Coordinates

Insights

#1
largest in %s
#899
largest %s worldwide
#5,343
largest worldwide
2000
%d yrs newer than avg
2
operated by %s
2
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
396 MW
Commissioned
2000
Status
Operational
Owner
Electricity Development Corporation
Country
CMR
Coordinates
4.078, 10.465

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
33,302 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2.7M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,240
cars / year
4,440
homes / year
1.5M
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Song Loulou hydro power plant in Cameroon plays a vital role in the country’s energy generation landscape, contributing significantly to the national grid. With a capacity of 396 MW, this facility harnesses the power of flowing water to produce clean and renewable electricity. Hydro power technology, which utilizes the kinetic energy of water, is not only sustainable but also crucial for reducing reliance on fossil fuels in the region. Located at coordinates 4.0780, 10.4649, Song Loulou is strategically positioned to take advantage of the abundant water resources available in Cameroon. The plant is part of a broader national effort to increase energy capacity and improve access to electricity for the population, aligning with the country’s energy policy objectives aimed at promoting renewable energy sources. As an essential player in the energy mix, the Song Loulou hydro power plant supports both industrial growth and residential needs, ensuring a reliable supply of electricity for communities in the area.

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