Hydroelectric Power Plants in Ethiopia
11 plants · 3,813 MW total installed capacity
| # | Power plant | Capacity (MW) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gilgel Gibe III | 1,870 | 2015 |
| 2 | Beles | 460 | 2010 |
| 3 | Gilgel Gibe II | 420 | 2010 |
| 4 | Tekeze | 300 | 2009 |
| 5 | Gilgel Gibe I | 184 | 2004 |
| 6 | Melka Wekana | 153 | 1983 |
| 7 | Fincha | 134 | 1973 |
| 8 | Fincha Amerti Nesha | 100 | 2011 |
| 9 | Tis Abay I | 84.4 | 2002 |
| 10 | Awash II | 64 | 1996 |
| 11 | Koka | 43.2 | 1960 |
Frequently Asked Questions: Hydroelectric Power in Ethiopia
How many Hydroelectric power plants are in Ethiopia?
Ethiopia has 11 Hydroelectric power plants with a combined installed capacity of 3,813 MW.
What is the largest Hydroelectric power plant in Ethiopia?
Gilgel Gibe III is the largest Hydroelectric power plant in Ethiopia, with an installed capacity of 1,870 MW, commissioned in 2015.
What is the newest Hydroelectric power plant in Ethiopia?
The most recently commissioned Hydroelectric power plant in Ethiopia is Gilgel Gibe III (2015).
What is the average size of a Hydroelectric power plant in Ethiopia?
The average Hydroelectric power plant in Ethiopia has a capacity of 347 MW.