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Dubrovnik Hydroelectric Power Plant Bosnia and Herzegovina216 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewable

The Dubrovnik Hydroelectric Power Plant ranks seventh out of 20 power generation facilities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, demonstrating its crucial role in the country's energy sector. With a capacity of 216 MW, it stands as the third largest among the 16 hydro plants in the nation, reinforcing Bosnia and Herzegovina's commitment to harnessing its abundant water resources for energy production. This facility contributes 5.42% of the national capacity, which totals 3,986 MW across all plants, showcasing the predominance of hydropower in the country's energy profile. The Dubrovnik plant relies on advanced hydropower technology, utilizing the flow of water to drive turbines, which in turn generates electricity while minimizing environmental impact. In close proximity to the Dubrovnik facility are several other notable hydro plants, including the Capljina Pumped Storage Power Plant, which boasts a capacity of 420 MW, and the Trebinje I and II Hydroelectric Power Plants, with capacities of 180 MW and 8 MW, respectively. This clustering of hydro facilities indicates a robust regional energy network, emphasizing the importance of renewable energy sources in meeting local electricity demands. Bosnia and Herzegovina's energy landscape is characterized by a strong reliance on hydropower, with the Dubrovnik plant playing a pivotal role in ensuring energy stability and sustainability. Operated by Elektroprivreda HZHB, this facility has been a key player since it began operations. As the country continues to develop its energy infrastructure, the Dubrovnik Hydroelectric Power Plant is well-positioned to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future while addressing the growing energy needs of its population.

Capacity
216 MW
Commissioning Year
1970

56 years old

Owner
Elektroprivreda BiH
Location
42.6037°, 18.2357°

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 7. largest of 20 plants in Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • #7,157 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,398 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 5.42% of the installed capacity of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Age & fleet comparison

56 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

Elektroprivreda BiH operates 13 plants totalling 2,984 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: GEODB

Location

Coordinates:: 42.603700, 18.235700
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Dubrovnik Hydroelectric Power Plant Bosnia and Herzegovina is a hydro power plant producing approximately 757 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

Bosnia and HerzegovinaEnergy Profile

20
Total Plants
4.0 GW
Total Capacity
HydroCoal
Top Fuels

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