Overview
Teesta I-III is a 67.5 MW hydroelectric power plant located in India. It is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Teesta I-III is a hydroelectric power plant located in India, with a capacity of 67.5 MW. The facility is operational and plays a role in the country's renewable energy generation, leveraging the flow of the Teesta River. As a hydroelectric plant, it provides clean electricity without direct fuel combustion emissions. India's power sector is regulated by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) and state-level agencies, with policies promoting renewable energy under the National Electricity Policy and the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO). Hydroelectric projects in India must comply with environmental impact assessments and water use regulations. The plant's capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for hydroelectric facilities. The plant's location in the Himalayan foothills provides consistent water flow, supporting reliable power generation. Hydroelectric plants like Teesta I-III contribute to grid stability and help India meet its renewable energy targets. The facility serves local communities and industries, reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based power.
Environmental context
As a hydroelectric plant, Teesta I-III has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants. However, hydro projects can affect local aquatic ecosystems and water flow regimes. The plant's location in a riverine environment requires careful management of downstream water releases to maintain ecological balance. Sedimentation and seasonal water variability are operational considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Teesta I-III is located in India, near the Teesta River in the Himalayan region. The exact coordinates are 26.4875 N, 88.3155 E.
Teesta I-III has a capacity of 67.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale hydroelectric plant.
Teesta I-III is a hydroelectric power plant, generating electricity from the flow of water.
Hydroelectric plants in India must comply with the Electricity Act, 2003, and environmental clearance under the Environmental Impact Assessment Notification. They also follow guidelines from the Central Electricity Authority and state water resource departments.
Teesta I-III contributes renewable hydroelectric power to India's grid, supporting the country's target of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. It provides clean energy with low operational emissions.