Obruk Barajı HES— 210.8 MW Hydroelectric
Obruk Barajı HES is strategically positioned as Turkey's #98 power generation facility, out of a total of 368 plants, with a substantial capacity of 210.8 MW. This places it among the top 26 hydroelectric facilities in the country, ranked #26 among 139 hydro plants, contributing approximately 0.22% to Turkey's total capacity of 94,534 MW. Operated by EÜAŞ, the facility employs advanced hydroelectric technologies, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity with minimal ecological disruption. Its proximity to the Obruk Dam, which shares the same capacity, underlines a regional energy cluster that enhances the reliability of the local grid. Additionally, the nearby Corum solar plant, while significantly smaller at 9.4 MW, highlights the diversity of energy sources contributing to the area’s energy mix. Turkey's energy profile reveals a predominance of gas-based power generation; however, Obruk Barajı HES plays a crucial role in diversifying this portfolio with renewable hydroelectric power. As Turkey continues to expand its energy infrastructure and prioritize sustainability, Obruk Barajı HES is well-positioned to contribute to the nation’s renewable energy targets, supporting economic growth while fostering environmental stewardship.
16 years old
Turkey, Asia
- 98. largest of 368 plants in Turkey
- #7,215 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,416 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.22% of the installed capacity of Turkey
16 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
EÜAŞ operates 32 plants totalling 13,174 MW
3 plants within 100 km, 733 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Obruk Barajı HES is a hydro power plant producing approximately 739 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
Turkey- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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