Chute-du-Diable is a prominent hydro power station located in Canada, with an impressive generation capacity of 305.8 MW. Owned and operated by Rio Tinto Alcan, this facility highlights Canada's reliance on hydroelectric power, which constitutes a significant part of the national energy portfolio. Situated at coordinates 48.7807, -71.6974, Chute-du-Diable harnesses the power of flowing water through advanced dam technology, effectively converting kinetic energy into electrical energy. This power generation facility is essential to the local energy grid, ensuring a consistent and reliable supply of electricity to meet the needs of the surrounding communities and industries. Canada's energy policies actively promote the use of renewable energy sources, and Chute-du-Diable exemplifies these efforts by contributing to a cleaner energy future. The operational efficiency and renewable nature of this hydroelectric power plant not only support the energy demands of the region but also align with the country's strategic goals of sustainability and reducing carbon emissions.
21 years old
Canada, North America
- 118. largest of 1,334 plants in Canada
- #5,994 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,078 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.16% of the installed capacity of Canada
21 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Rio Tinto Alcan operates 6 plants totalling 2,328 MW
28 plants within 100 km, 3,903 MW combined
Source: Natural Resources Canada
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Chute-du-Diable is a hydro power plant producing approximately 1072 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
Canada- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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