Overview
Sveta Peka Hydroelectric Power Plant is a 36.4 MW hydroelectric facility in Macedonia. It operates as a renewable energy source, contributing to the country's clean power generation.
Sveta Peka Hydroelectric Power Plant is a hydroelectric facility located in Macedonia, with a capacity of 36.4 MW. It is operational and plays a role in the country's renewable energy portfolio. As a hydroelectric plant, it utilizes water flow to generate electricity without direct fuel combustion, resulting in low emissions. The plant's capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale for hydroelectric projects in the region. The facility supports Macedonia's energy grid with clean power, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its operation aligns with European environmental standards and contributes to local energy security.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants, but can affect local aquatic ecosystems and water flow. The Sveta Peka plant's location in Macedonia involves typical considerations for run-of-river or reservoir-based hydro, including impacts on river habitats and sediment transport. Proper management ensures minimal ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Sveta Peka Hydroelectric Power Plant is located in Macedonia, at coordinates 41.9249 N, 21.2647 E.
The plant has a capacity of 36.4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale hydroelectric facility.
Sveta Peka is a hydroelectric power plant, generating electricity from flowing water.
Hydroelectric plants in Macedonia must comply with national environmental laws and EU directives, including the Water Framework Directive and Environmental Impact Assessment requirements.
As a renewable hydroelectric plant, Sveta Peka provides clean electricity, helping Macedonia reduce carbon emissions and diversify its energy sources.