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Rama Hydroelectric Power Plant Bosnia and Herzegovina160 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewable

The Rama Hydroelectric Power Plant holds a prominent position as the 11th largest power generation facility in Bosnia and Herzegovina, contributing significantly to the country's energy sector with a capacity of 160 MW. Ranking as the 7th largest hydro facility out of 16 in the country, it plays a pivotal role in a landscape dominated by hydroelectric generation, as hydro accounts for the majority of the 3,986 MW total capacity from 20 operational plants. The facility's output represents a substantial 4.01% share of the nation's total energy capacity, emphasizing its importance in ensuring energy reliability and sustainability in the region. The nearby Kakanj CHP Power Plant, which operates on coal and has a capacity of 450 MW, contrasts sharply with the clean energy output of Rama, while other hydro plants such as Salakovac (210 MW), Jablanica (180 MW), and Grabovica (115 MW) create a hydropower cluster that collectively enhances grid stability. The strategic location of Rama not only reinforces the hydropower dominance in Bosnia and Herzegovina but also showcases the potential for further development in renewable energy. As the country continues to evolve its energy profile, the consistent and renewable output from Rama is essential for meeting future energy demands and supporting the transition towards cleaner energy. The operation of the Rama plant is indicative of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s commitment to developing its hydro resources, which could lead to further investments in similar projects in the future.

Capacity
160 MW
Commissioning Year
1980

46 years old

Owner
Elektroprivreda BiH
Location
43.7470°, 17.6758°

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 11. largest of 20 plants in Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • #8,154 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,689 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 4.01% of the installed capacity of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Age & fleet comparison

46 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:: 43.747000, 17.675800
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Rama Hydroelectric Power Plant Bosnia and Herzegovina is a hydro power plant producing approximately 561 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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