Hydropower Environmental Enhancement

Keya Micro Hydropower De-silting Basin – Rwanda

Energy Generation | Hydropower Environmental Enhancement

Project Overview

The project consists of design and construction of the de-silting basin at Keya hydropower plant intake to reduce the debris and sand entering the turbine.

Impact

Improved efficiency and longevity of 2.5 MW micro-hydro facility
Enhanced sediment management capabilities
Reduced maintenance requirements and operational costs

Project Details

Duration

2024

Location

Rubavu District, Western Province, Rwanda

Client

Rwanda Energy Group (REG)

Scope

2.5 MW Micro Hydropower Plant

Challenges Addressed

Managing sediment accumulation affecting turbine efficiency

Ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing power generation

Designing basin for local hydrological conditions

Our Services

Data collection

Preliminary design

Technical assistance and supervision of work for construction of a de-silting basin at Sebeya River