Pench hydro power station— 160 MW Hydroelectric
Pench hydro power station is ranked as the 474th largest power generation facility in India, with a capacity of 160 MW that plays a crucial role in the country's energy landscape. Owned and operated by Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited, this hydroelectric facility was commissioned with the aim of contributing to India's energy needs, where coal remains the dominant fuel. Despite its relatively small share of 0.03% of the national capacity of 513,890 MW across 1,805 plants, Pench hydro power station exemplifies India's commitment to diversifying its energy mix. The plant utilizes sophisticated hydropower technology to convert the kinetic energy of water into electricity, providing a renewable and reliable energy source. In its operational vicinity, Pench hydro power station is surrounded by significant coal power facilities, including the massive KORADI Thermal Power Station with a capacity of 2400 MW. This juxtaposition of hydro and coal highlights the ongoing transition towards cleaner energy sources, while also emphasizing the need for a balanced energy portfolio. Given that the average capacity of power plants in India is approximately 284 MW, Pench's capacity is somewhat below this average, showcasing the challenges and opportunities in scaling up renewable energy production. Looking ahead, Pench hydro power station is poised to contribute to India's renewable energy targets, underlining the importance of hydro power in achieving sustainable energy growth and reducing carbon emissions in the future.
10 years old
India, Asia
- 474. largest of 1,805 plants in India
- #8,151 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,689 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.03% of the installed capacity of India
10 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited operates 3 plants totalling 2,970 MW
22 plants within 100 km, 15,494 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Pench hydro power station 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
India- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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