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Sign upOptimized hydro turbines for rural electrification
Optimized and customized hydro turbines for small to medium hydro power plants, off and on grid
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Identification
HPP is trying to ease the access to energy in very remote area, especially in Africa. This solution is an optimized hydro turbine for rural electrification, provides reliable, guaranteed, stable electricity source via a renewable energy source with possibilities of storage capacity. This solution brings electricity and thus enables significant contribution to the development of local communities (in terms of infrastructures, education, social life etc.). The life expectancy of the asset is more than 50 years (long-term investment) with very low operating and maintenance costs. It can benefit various generations and can be easily upgraded.
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June 25, 2021
From
France
Maturity stage
Medium and large scale commercialization
Looking For
Network, New clients, Visibility, Funding, Partners, Credibility
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Design, Power & Produce
Package & Distribute
Use & Efficiency
Valorize & Restore
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The environmental benefits
- •Life expectancy of more than 50 years with very low operating and maintenance costs
- •An hydro power plant of 1 MW can supply 500 households in electricity in Africa
- •100% recyclable
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The Financial benefits
- •Payback time is between 3 to 10 years depending on the complexity of the project
- •The cost of each kWh produced via hydroelectricity is 5 to 10 times cheaper than fossil fuels
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Africa
South Africa, Rwanda, Madagascar, Comoros, Kenya, Cameroon, Togo, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo,
South america
Australia
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Company Profile
HPP - Hydro Power Plant
HPP is a leading French manufacturer for hydro generating and hydromechanical equipment for small to medium power plant.
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Headquarters
54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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