ETH

Tekeze — 300 MW Hydroelectric

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Tekeze is a 300 MW hydro power plant located in Ethiopia. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
300 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2009

Year online

Owner
Ethiopian Electric Power

Operator

Location
13.35, 38.74

Coordinates

Insights

#4
largest in Ethiopia
#1,086
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#6,026
largest worldwide
2009
25 yrs newer than avg
12
operated by Ethiopian Electric Power
0
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
300 MW
Commissioned
2009
Status
Operational
Owner
Ethiopian Electric Power
Country
ETH
Coordinates
13.349, 38.741

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
25,229 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,018,304 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

5,485
cars / year
3,364
homes / year
1,146,764
trees to offset

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

About this plant

The Tekeze hydroelectric power plant is a vital energy generation facility located in Ethiopia, boasting a capacity of 300 MW. Commissioned in 2009, this power plant utilizes the flow of the Tekeze River to generate electricity through a dam system, making it an important contributor to the country’s renewable energy landscape. Positioned at coordinates 13.3492° N latitude and 38.7405° E longitude, the Tekeze plant is strategically located in a region blessed with abundant water resources, which enhances its efficiency and output. As Ethiopia strives to meet its growing energy demands, the Tekeze hydroelectric power plant plays a critical role in supporting national goals for energy access and sustainability. With its emphasis on hydropower, the facility aligns with Ethiopia’s broader energy policy, which prioritizes the development of renewable sources to foster economic growth and improve living standards. The operational capabilities of the Tekeze plant not only help stabilize the national grid but also exemplify the country’s commitment to harnessing its natural resources for sustainable development.

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