Every day, as the world moves towards greener energy solutions, hydroelectric power plants are leading the way in renewable energy technology.
This article explores the top 10 hydroelectric power plants worldwide, highlighting their innovation, efficiency, and capacity of hydropower.
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List of Largest Hydroelectric Power Stations in the World | Top Countries
| # | Hydroelectric Power Plants | Established Year | Plant Location (Country) | Installed Power Capacity | Sector (Owner or Operator) |
| 01 | Three Gorges Dam (China) | 2012 | Yichang, Hubei Province, China | 22,500 MW | China Yangtze Power Co., Ltd. |
| 02 | Itaipu Dam (Brazil/Paraguay) | 1984 | On the border between Brazil and Paraguay | 14,000 MW | Itaipu Binacional |
| 03 | Xiluodu Dam (China) | 2014 | On the Jinsha River, Sichuan Province, China | 13,860 MW | China Three Gorges Corporation |
| 04 | Belo Monte Dam (Brazil) | 2016 | Xingu River, Pará, Brazil | 11,233 MW | Norte Energia S.A. |
| 05 | Guri Dam (Venezuela) | 1986 | Bolívar State, Venezuela | 10,235 MW | Corpoelec |
| 06 | Tucuruí Dam (Brazil) | 1984 | Tucuruí, Pará, Brazil | 8,370 MW | Eletrobras |
| 07 | Grand Coulee Dam (United States) | 1942 | Washington State, USA | 6,809 MW | U.S. Bureau of Reclamation |
| 08 | Xiangjiaba Dam (China) | 2012 | On the Jinsha River, Sichuan Province, China | 6,440 MW | China Three Gorges Corporation |
| 09 | Longtan Dam (China) | 2009 | On the Hongshui River, Guangxi Province, China | 6,420 MW | China Power Investment Corporation |
| 10 | Sayano-Shushenskaya Dam (Russia) | 1978 | Yenisei River, Siberia, Russia | 6,400 MW | RusHydro |
This updated list reflects the largest hydroelectric power plants globally by installed capacity in tabular form.
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The following FAQs are related:
‘Three Gorges Dam (China)’ is the largest hydropower plant in the world.
As of 2024, ‘China (चीन)’ is the largest producer of hydroelectric power in the world.
China, Brazil, Canada, the United States, and Russia are the top 5 countries that use hydropower.
‘Itaipu Dam’ in Brazil.
As of 2024, India ranks 5th in the world for installed hydropower capacity.
By the length, the world’s longest dam is the ‘Hirakud Dam’ in India.
By volume, the world’s biggest dam is the ‘Three Gorges Dam’ in China.
By height, the world’s tallest dam is the ‘Nurek Dam’ in Tajikistan.
All these are the important hydroelectric power-related questions that are mostly asked in UPSC and other government exams. So, don’t ignore these FAQs.
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