Bzhuzha (Georgia): Concept and project management run-of-river power plant (5 MW)

Client
Georgian International Energy Corporation
Consultant
IM Engineering Eurasia
Period
2018–2019
Construction costs
USD 6-7 millions
Scope of services
  • Assessment of the technical and economic feasibility, taking into consideration prevailing economic, hydrological, topographic, geological, infrastructure and environmental conditions
  • Detailed design
  • Project management and supervision
  • Liaison with the client
Description
The client intends to construct a 5 MW regulated run-of-river power plant on the River Bzhuzha  with dam, settling basin, diversion pipeline, penstock and powerhouse. The generated capacity will flow to the existing 35 kV transmission line, which supplies electricity to local residents of the city of Ozurgeti. The project comprises a technical and economic feasibility study which will propose two alternative schemes. Jointly with the client the most efficient and economic option will be selected.
Main Data
  • Capacity: 5 MW
Bzhuzha (Georgia): Concept and project management run-of-river power plant (5 MW) (457 KB)