ERTAN HYDRO

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The main objectives of the Ertan Hydroelectric Project are to : i) provide additional generation capacity to the power system in Sichuan province in order to alleviate an acute electricity shortage; ii) assist in the transfer of modern power technology and in the introduction of efficient dam construction methods to reduce the prevailing long gestation periods of hydropower projects; iii) contribute to further improvements in the analysis of environmental and ecological impacts of hydroelectric resource development; iv) enhance the institutional development of Ertan Hydroelectric Development Corporation (EHDC); and v) provide technical assistance in project design and implementation. The project components include : 1) preparatory works; 2) construction of a parabolic, double-curvature arch dam (240 m high) across the Yalong River together with an underground powerhouse complex, a log conveyance system, and appurtenant works and structures; 3) provision and installation of six 550MW generating units and associated equipment; 4) resettlement of 30,000 people; 5) an environmental management program and science station; 6) consultant's services for engineering, procurement, management of construction; 7) studies of power pricing and power plant and reservoir operation; and 8) strengthening EHDC's organization, technical assistance and staff training.