Overview
Vau i Dijes is a 250 MW hydroelectric power plant in Albania. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's renewable energy generation.
Vau i Dijes is a hydroelectric power plant located in Albania, with a capacity of 250 megawatts. It is an operational facility that plays a role in the country's energy mix, leveraging the region's water resources for electricity generation. The plant operates under Albania's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which aligns with European Union directives on hydropower development and environmental protection. As a hydroelectric facility, it uses a clean, renewable fuel source, reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel plants. The facility contributes to Albania's grid stability and supports the country's goals for increasing renewable energy share. Its location in the Drin River basin provides a reliable water supply for power generation, and the plant helps meet local and national electricity demand.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Drin River basin, an area with significant hydropower potential. As a hydroelectric facility, it has a low carbon footprint but may affect local aquatic ecosystems and water flow regimes. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct human exposure to operational impacts. The plant's age and technology are typical for medium-scale hydropower in the region.
Frequently asked questions
Vau i Dijes is located in Albania, on the Drin River. Its coordinates are approximately 42.0137 N, 19.6359 E.
Vau i Dijes has an installed capacity of 250 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large hydroelectric facility in Albania.
Vau i Dijes is a hydroelectric power plant, meaning it generates electricity by harnessing the energy of flowing water.
Hydroelectric plants in Albania must comply with national environmental laws and EU directives on water management and renewable energy, including environmental impact assessments and measures to protect aquatic ecosystems.
Vau i Dijes contributes to Albania's electricity supply with renewable hydropower, helping reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supporting the country's energy security and climate goals.