Hydroelectric Power
Water is a clean and renewable source of energy, that is always available
and grants a significant contribution to the world’s primary energy
demand.
Being Italy’s main resource and entirely free of polluting emissions, it’s a
leading energy source, both in economic and environmental terms.
We have always pledged to invest in this sector, actively contributing to
developing hydropower for production increase and improvement.
In Italy we own 500 hydropower plants, with a total capacity
of 14,430 MW. This resource can meet the needs of approximately 10
million families and avoid the emission of over 15 million tons of CO2.
Enel’s role is also significant beyond national borders,
particularly in developing countries, where the hydroelectric installed
capacity exceeds 31,159 MW*.
This capacity is divided as follows:
- Spain and Portugal: 4,794 MW
- Slovakia: 2,329 MW
- Greece: 10 MW
- Latin America: 9,283 MW
- USA & Canada: 314 MW
* Data last updated: 30.06.2009
