Hydropower · India

Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant

Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant is a 100 MW hydropower plant located in Karnataka, India. The facility is currently in operation, with its first unit entering service in 1985.

100 MWCapacity
OperatingStatus
1985Start year
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Overview

Technology: conventional storage.

Ownership: Karnataka Power Corp Ltd.

Why it matters

  • Hydropower provides renewable electricity and, where reservoirs exist, dispatchable output and storage that help stabilise the grid; output varies with rainfall and river flows.

Location

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant?

Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant has a capacity of 100 MW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.

Who owns Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant?

Karnataka Power Corp Ltd.

Where is Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant located?

It is located in Karnataka, India. Approximate coordinates: 15.2758, 74.5277.

When did Kalinadi Supa hydroelectric plant start operating?

Start year: 1985. Current status: Operating.

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