India

KOTESHWAR — 400 MW Hydroelectric

Hydroelectric Renewable Verified

KOTESHWAR is a 400 MW hydro power plant located in India. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
400 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2011

Year online

Owner
NHPC Limited

Operator

Location
30.26, 78.50

Coordinates

Insights

#350
largest in %s
#863
largest %s worldwide
#5,237
largest worldwide
2011
%d yrs newer than avg
44
operated by %s
26
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
400 MW
Commissioned
2011
Status
Operational
Owner
NHPC Limited
Country
India
Coordinates
30.259, 78.497

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
33,638 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2.7M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,313
cars / year
4,485
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

Koteshwar is an important hydroelectric power generation facility located in India, boasting a capacity of 400 MW. Commissioned in 2011, this power plant utilizes hydroelectric technology to convert the kinetic energy of water into electricity, making it a key player in the country’s renewable energy sector. Positioned at coordinates 30.2594 latitude and 78.4971 longitude, Koteshwar supports the regional energy grid, providing essential power to meet the demands of local industries and communities. As India continues to prioritize the expansion of its renewable energy resources, hydroelectric plants like Koteshwar are increasingly recognized for their role in sustaining energy security and environmental sustainability. The facility not only contributes to the national energy mix but also embodies India’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions by promoting clean and renewable energy sources.

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