Whiteadder Reservoir Siphon-Fed Hydropower Project
Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: East Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
Source: NS Energy
The project involves the installation of Europe's first siphon-fed hydro turbine at Scottish Water's Whiteadder Reservoir in East Lothian. The 199kW hydroelectric scheme uses a siphon-fed design to generate clean electricity by harnessing the natural flow of water, powering the nearby Hungry Snout Pumping Station. The system enhances reservoir compliance by increasing drawdown capacity without maj
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Water Supply and Storage, Wind, Hydro, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- East Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- NS Energy
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Original status | completed |
Taiyo status | Closed |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The project involves the installation of Europe's first siphon-fed hydro turbine at Scottish Water's Whiteadder Reservoir in East Lothian. The 199kW hydroelectric scheme uses a siphon-fed design to generate clean electricity by harnessing the natural flow of water, powering the nearby Hungry Snout Pumping Station. The system enhances reservoir compliance by increasing drawdown capacity without major infrastructure changes, providing a cost-effective and low-impact renewable energy solution. |
Original sector | Power |
Location
Country | United Kingdom (UK) |
State | Scotland |
City | East Lothian |
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Source | NS Energy |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Water Supply and Storage, Wind, Hydro, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2026-04-10 |
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