Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)
Sector: Hydro • Location: Ethiopia
Source: E-International Relations
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is a major hydropower project built on the Blue Nile River in Ethiopia. It aims to increase power generation from 2,000 to 10,000 megawatts, attract large-scale foreign investments, strengthen Ethiopia's economy, reduce extreme poverty, and foster profitable international connections. The dam symbolizes Ethiopia's pursuit of water justice and sovereignty over it
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Hydro, Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Government
- Location
- Ethiopia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- E-International Relations
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is a major hydropower project built on the Blue Nile River in Ethiopia. It aims to increase power generation from 2,000 to 10,000 megawatts, attract large-scale foreign investments, strengthen Ethiopia's economy, reduce extreme poverty, and foster profitable international connections. The dam symbolizes Ethiopia's pursuit of water justice and sovereignty over its water resources, and it is a significant project for the country's growth and transformation. |
Original sector | Water and Power |
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Country | Ethiopia |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Hydro, Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Government |
Article published date | 2025-12-03 |
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