The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has surpassed expectations, generating over 2,700 gigawatt hours (GWh) of electricity in the last ten months, according to the Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP). This figure marks a 26% increase over the initial target of 2,152.8 GWh.
The dam’s success is attributed to improved water management and efficient operation of its two currently functioning turbines, each with a capacity of 375 megawatts (MW). This initial production already contributes 16% to the nation’s total electricity generation of 16,900 GWh for the ten-month period.
With eleven more turbines scheduled for installation, Ethiopia anticipates a substantial 83% boost in its overall generating capacity upon their activation. The completed GERD project is expected to reach a 5,150 MW capacity, producing a staggering 15,760 GWh of electricity annually.
The dam was announced as 94% complete in January this year. GERD began generating electricity on February 20, 2022, after its initial filling in July 2020.
Source (including image): Fana BC
Additional source: Anadolu
