France

SERRE PONCON — 384 MW Hydroelectric

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SERRE PONCON is a 384 MW hydro power plant located in France. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
384 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1967

Year online

Owner
EDF

Operator

Location
44.47, 6.27

Coordinates

Insights

#72
largest in France
#920
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,418
largest worldwide
1967
17 yrs older than avg
188
operated by EDF
129
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
384 MW
Commissioned
1967
Status
Operational
Owner
EDF
Country
France
Coordinates
44.470, 6.269

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
32,293 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,583,429 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,020
cars / year
4,306
homes / year
1,467,857
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

The SERRE PONCON hydroelectric power plant, positioned in France at coordinates 44.4700, 6.2690, is a significant contributor to the country’s renewable energy generation landscape, boasting a capacity of 384 MW. This hydro power plant utilizes a dam-based generation technology, harnessing the natural flow of water to produce electricity efficiently and sustainably. As part of France’s extensive network of hydroelectric facilities, SERRE PONCON plays a vital role in the national energy mix by providing a reliable source of clean energy. The operational context of this facility is particularly relevant in the current climate of increasing demand for renewable energy sources, as France continues to prioritize sustainability in its energy policies. The plant not only supports the local grid with its substantial output but also contributes to France’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning towards a low-carbon economy. The significance of SERRE PONCON extends beyond its capacity; it exemplifies the country’s commitment to harnessing natural resources for energy generation, thereby ensuring a stable and environmentally friendly power supply for both current and future generations.

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