Russia

Irganayskaya HPP — 400 MW Hydroelectric

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Irganayskaya HPP is a 400 MW hydro power plant located in Russia. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
400 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2005

Year online

Owner
PJSC "RusHydro"

Operator

Location
42.75, 46.83

Coordinates

Insights

#190
largest in Russia
#863
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,237
largest worldwide
2005
21 yrs newer than avg
53
operated by PJSC "RusHydro"
12
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
400 MW
Commissioned
2005
Status
Operational
Owner
PJSC "RusHydro"
Country
Russia
Coordinates
42.745, 46.832

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
33,638 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,691,072 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,313
cars / year
4,485
homes / year
1,529,018
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

The Irganayskaya Hydroelectric Power Plant, located in Russia, is a prominent facility in the nation’s energy generation portfolio with a robust capacity of 400 MW. Operated by PJSC ‘RusHydro’, this hydro power plant takes advantage of the region’s natural waterways to produce electricity sustainably. Positioned at coordinates 42.7452, 46.8316, Irganayskaya plays a critical role in the local energy grid, contributing to the region’s stability and reliability. The facility employs dam technology, which allows for the efficient harnessing of hydro resources, making it a key player in Russia’s renewable energy strategy. As the country aims to diversify its energy sources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the significance of hydroelectric power plants like Irganayskaya cannot be overstated. Their ability to provide clean, renewable energy aligns with national policies focused on sustainability and energy security, reflecting the ongoing transition within the Russian energy sector.

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