Description

The Sutlej River Hydroelectric Project in India The Government of India and the Government of Himachal Pradesh (GOHP) have identified the Sutlej River as a significant source of hydropower and have initiated hydroelectric projects along Sutlej and its tributaries. The Sutlej River rises in the Tibetan Plateau, passes via steep valleys and gorges through the Himalayan Mountains and foothills and meets the Arabian Sea across the plains of Northern India and Pakistan. Key Highlights: - The Karcham-Wangtoo Hydroelectric Project (KWHEP) forms a part of an overall plan of development of the Sutlej river basin hydropower potential proposed by the GOHP. - The project was initially executed by Jaypee Karcham Hydro Corporation Limited (JKHCL), a special purpose vehicle formed by the promoter group Jaiprakash Associates Limited (JAL). - From 01/09/2015 onwards, the Himachal Baspa Power Company Ltd has owned the power plant, and thus the new owner is acting as project proponent for the proposed project activity. - This project was open for public comment from 12 February - 14 March 2018. No comments were received. The KWHEP project is a significant step toward achieving India's goal of increasing its renewable energy capacity. The project has a capacity of 1000 MW and is expected to produce 4,049 GWh of electricity annually. This project is a vital source of clean energy, which will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide electricity to millions of people in India. The KWHEP project is an excellent example of how renewable energy can power economic growth and improve the quality of life for people while preserving the environment.