India

RANGANADI — 405 MW Hydroelectric

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RANGANADI is a 405 MW hydro power plant located in India. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
405 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2002

Year online

Owner
NHPC Limited

Operator

Location
27.34, 93.82

Coordinates

Insights

#349
largest in %s
#855
largest %s worldwide
#5,202
largest worldwide
2002
%d yrs newer than avg
44
operated by %s
1
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
405 MW
Commissioned
2002
Status
Operational
Owner
NHPC Limited
Country
India
Coordinates
27.343, 93.817

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
34,059 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,724,710 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,404
cars / year
4,541
homes / year
1,548,131
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

RANGANADI is a hydroelectric power generation facility located in India with a capacity of 405 MW. This plant plays a significant role in the country’s renewable energy landscape, harnessing the power of flowing water to generate electricity sustainably. Utilizing advanced hydroelectric technology, RANGANADI effectively converts the kinetic energy of water into electrical energy, contributing to India’s commitment to increasing its share of renewable energy in the national grid. Situated at coordinates 27.3426, 93.8168, this power station is strategically important for the northeastern region of India, where energy demands are steadily rising. The plant’s operation aligns with India’s energy policies, which emphasize sustainable development and the transition to cleaner energy sources. By generating significant hydropower, RANGANADI not only helps to ensure energy security in the region but also supports local economic development by providing a reliable electricity supply. The integration of this hydroelectric facility into the regional energy mix is crucial for addressing both current and future energy needs in India.

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