Flooding Damages 412 MW of Hydropower Infrastructure in Nepal
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What happened
Massive floods struck the Budhi Gandaki River basin in western Gorkha district, affecting four hydropower projects with a combined installed capacity of 412.09 MW, according to the Independent Power Producers' Association, Nepal. The floods swept away the main camp area of the 341-MW Budhi Gandaki Hydropower Project and damaged construction equipment. Other projects sustained damage to bridges, access roads, and construction materials.
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Why it matters
The damage to hydropower infrastructure occurs as Nepal aims to become a major exporter in South Asia. The loss of capacity and damage to construction sites impacts the country's energy production goals and export ambitions.
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Who's involved
- NepalThe geopolitical state where the hydropower projects are located and where the flood damage occurred.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Government of NepalSpeculative
The Government of Nepal might require massive state funding for infrastructure repair and recovery following the loss of capacity.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Rishiganga project devastation provides a specific example of flood damage to Nepal's hydropower sector.1 source
Nepal sets export goals amid current flood damage to hydropower infrastructure.1 source
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The entities involved
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Nepal
country in South Asia
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South Asia
southern region of Asia
Related events
- Flooding originated in China, affecting Nepal due to the shared transboundary river basins of the two countries.
- Flooding occurred in Rasuwa District, Nepal, due to a surge in the Bhotekoshi River.
- Flash floods swept through communities near the Trishuli River in Nepal.
- Continuous rainfall caused river levels to rise in the Budhi Gandaki River in Nepal.
- Canada's dam engineering experience could benefit Nepal, aiding domestic demand and expanding exports.