Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Hydropower Project
Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: Ethiopia
Source: Mezha.net
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a hydroelectric project in Ethiopia, officially inaugurated in early September 2025. It is the most powerful hydroelectric facility in Africa, aiming to provide electricity to the majority of Ethiopia's population and boost export potential. The project began construction in 2011 and targets an installed capacity of around 5,150 megawatts, up from the
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Hydro, Government
- Location
- Ethiopia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Mezha.net
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Description | The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a hydroelectric project in Ethiopia, officially inaugurated in early September 2025. It is the most powerful hydroelectric facility in Africa, aiming to provide electricity to the majority of Ethiopia's population and boost export potential. The project began construction in 2011 and targets an installed capacity of around 5,150 megawatts, up from the current 750 megawatts supplied by two turbines. The dam also supports downstream irrigation and flood management. |
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Sector | Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Hydro, Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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