Renovation of the Vuoksa HPPs Cascade

2007—2013

Project Scope

Replacement of out-of-date and worn out equipment.

Reduce in operating costs at the expense of the implementation of advanced equipment and control systems.

Increase in profit at the expense of the additional power sale, including export.

About the Cascade

The Vuoksa HPPs Cascade is the base power source of the Karelian Isthmus. It generates electricity for the transmission to the joint power system of the region and for the factoring of the daily power system load.

Upgrade Effects

  • The Cascade capacity increased up to 240 MW;
  • Improved efficiency and environmental impact of main and auxiliary equipment;
  • Implemented modern automated station control systems.

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