Uglich HPP — 120 MW Hydroelectric

Uglitch HPP is a 120 MW hydroelectric power plant located in Russia, operated by PJSC “RusHydro” since its commissioning in 1935. The plant generates electricity from the flow of water, contributing to Russia’s extensive hydroelectric capacity.

It ranks as the 44th largest hydro plant in Russia. With 120 MW, it represents 0.25% of the country’s total hydro capacity of 48,889 MW. Russia has 112 hydro plants with a combined capacity of 48,889 MW. Compared to the largest hydro plant, Krasnoyarsk at 6,000 MW, Uglitch HPP is approximately 2% the size.

Hydropower is a significant part of Russia’s energy mix, providing around 17% of the total electricity generation. The vast river systems and varied geography support extensive hydroelectric development. Uglitch HPP is situated in the Yaroslavl Oblast, approximately 250 km northeast of Moscow.