Hydroelectric Power

Hydroelectric power is an important source of renewable energy in Estonia, a country in northern Europe known for its forests, lakes, and islands. There are currently just a few major hydroelectric power plants in Estonia, generating approximately 1.5 GWh of electricity per year, which accounts for less than 1% of the country's total energy production. Despite its relatively small contribution to the energy mix, hydroelectric power plays an important role in Estonia's efforts to transition to a more sustainable and diversified energy system. The public perception of hydroelectric power in Estonia is generally positive, with recognition of its potential as a clean and reliable source of electricity.

List of Major Hydroelectric Power Plants in Estonia

Narva Hydroelectric Power Plant
Narva Hüdroelektrijaam

Geographic Location: Narva, northeastern Estonia
Body of Water: Narva River
Height of Dam: 18 meters
Year Commissioned: 1955
Number and Types of Turbines: 6 turbines, Kaplan and Francis
Energy Production in GWh and percentage of the country's energy supplied: 1,354 GWh, approximately 90% of Estonia's total electricity production
Safety Record: The Narva Hydroelectric Power Plant has a strong safety record, with no major accidents reported in recent years.
Owner/Operator: Narva Elektrijaamad AS
Future Plans: There are no current plans for expansion or upgrades to the Narva 

Hydroelectric Power Plant
Kuremaa Hydroelectric Power Plant

Name in Local Language: Kuremaa Hüdroelektrijaam
Geographic Location: Kuremaa, central Estonia
Body of Water: Emajõgi River
Height of Dam: 2.4 meters
Year Commissioned: 1927
Number and Types of Turbines: 1 turbine, Francis
Energy Production in GWh and percentage of the country's energy supplied: 0.007 GWh, less than 1% of Estonia's total electricity production
Safety Record: The Kuremaa Hydroelectric Power Plant has a strong safety record, with no major accidents reported in recent years.
Owner/Operator: AS Utilitas Tallinn
Future Plans: There are no current plans for expansion or upgrades to the Kuremaa 

Hydroelectric Power Plant
Keila-Joa Hüdroelektrijaam

Geographic Location: Keila-Joa, northern Estonia
Body of Water: Keila River
Height of Dam: 6 meters
Year Commissioned: 1924
Number and Types of Turbines: 2 turbines, Francis
Energy Production in GWh and percentage of the country's energy supplied: 0.16 GWh, approximately 0.1% of Estonia's total electricity production
Safety Record: The Keila-Joa Hydroelectric Power Plant has a strong safety record, with no major accidents reported in recent years.
Owner/Operator: Elektrum Eesti AS
Future Plans: There are no current plans for expansion or upgrades to the Keila-Joa hydroelectric power plant.