Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)
Sector: Hydro • Location: Ethiopia
Source: MSN
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a major hydroelectric dam project on the Blue Nile River in Ethiopia. It is designed to meet the electricity needs of millions of people in Africa and symbolizes the continent's renewal and development.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Hydro, Government, Power Generation (CCGT), Water Supply and Storage
- Location
- Ethiopia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- MSN
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a major hydroelectric dam project on the Blue Nile River in Ethiopia. It is designed to meet the electricity needs of millions of people in Africa and symbolizes the continent's renewal and development. |
Original sector | Energy |
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Country | Ethiopia |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Hydro, Government, Power Generation (CCGT), Water Supply and Storage |
Article published date | 2025-08-14 |
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