Florentino Ameghino is a 58MW hydro power project. It is located on Chubut river/basin in Chubut, Argentina. The project is currently active. It has been developed in single phase. Post completion of construction, the project got commissioned in 1968.
| Project Type | Total Capacity (MW) | Active Capacity (MW) | Pipeline Capacity (MW) | Project Status | Project Location | Project Developer | Hydropower | 58 | 58 | – | Active | Chubut, Argentina |
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Description
The project is currently owned by Hidroelectrica Ameghino.
The net head of the project is 58.6m. The project generated 160 GWh of electricity.
The project has 2 electric generators installed at the site. The generator capacity is 29.2 MVA.
Development Status
The project got commissioned in 1968.
Contractors Involved
Ansaldo Energia was selected as the turbine supplier for the hydro power project. The company provided 2 units of francis turbines, each with 26.5MW nameplate capacity.
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