Implementation of the São Roque hydro plant in Brazil

São Roque is a 141.9 MW Brazillian hydro plant, which began commercial operation in July 2022. It has a large storage reservoir, located at the head of the Canoas river, in the state of Santa Catarina. It was the only hydro plant of its type and scale under construction in Brazil during the last years of its implementation. The developer went through the exceptional situation of having its works stalled for almost five years, requiring special care regarding the maintenance of equipment and works. The main aspects of the implementation of the São Roque hydro plant are presented.

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Implementation of the São Roque hydro plant in Brazil

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