Italy

BARGI CENTRALE — 281 MW Hydroelectric

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BARGI CENTRALE is a 281 MW hydro power plant located in Italy. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
281 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2003

Year online

Owner
Enel Green Power

Operator

Location
44.17, 11.09

Coordinates

Insights

#125
largest in Italy
#1,166
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#6,334
largest worldwide
2003
19 yrs newer than avg
360
operated by Enel Green Power
30
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
281 MW
Commissioned
2003
Status
Operational
Owner
Enel Green Power
Country
Italy
Coordinates
44.171, 11.089

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
23,631 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
1,890,478 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

5,137
cars / year
3,151
homes / year
1,074,135
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

BARGI CENTRALE is a prominent hydroelectric power plant located in Italy, boasting a generation capacity of 281 MW. Positioned at coordinates 44.1705, 11.0888, this facility harnesses the power of water through hydroelectric technology, which is essential for providing clean and renewable energy to the national grid. As part of Italy’s efforts to increase its reliance on renewable energy sources, BARGI CENTRALE plays a key role in stabilizing the energy supply, particularly during periods of high demand. The hydroelectric generation technology employed here involves the use of dam systems that efficiently convert the kinetic energy of flowing water into electricity. This method not only helps in reducing greenhouse gas emissions but also supports local ecosystems by providing a sustainable source of energy. The operational significance of BARGI CENTRALE is underscored by Italy’s energy policies, which emphasize the importance of integrating renewable sources into the power generation mix to combat climate change. In a country rich with water resources, BARGI CENTRALE exemplifies the potential of hydroelectric power to contribute to a sustainable energy future while ensuring energy security for the region.

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