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Taabo Hydroelectric Plant on Bandama Rive

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TAABO HYDROELECTRIC PLANT ON BANDAMA RIVE, IVORY COAST

The Taabo Project - Hydroelectric Plant on the Bandama River is a significant energy infrastructure located in Côte d'Ivoire. This plant represents a cornerstone in the country's renewable energy production. The construction of the plant was carried out through a collaboration between the Ivorian government and various international engineering and construction companies, with the aim of meeting the country's growing energy demand.

The Bandama River, the longest river in Côte d'Ivoire, was chosen for its consistent water flow, essential for ensuring a continuous energy supply. The Taabo hydroelectric plant harnesses the power of the Bandama River's water to generate electricity through high-efficiency hydraulic turbines. These turbines are connected to generators that convert the kinetic energy of the water into electrical energy, which is then fed into the national grid.

The plant was designed not only to provide electricity to many local communities but also to support the country's industrial development. Thanks to the energy produced, many industries have been able to establish and grow in the region, contributing to economic development and job creation. Additionally, hydroelectric power is a sustainable and renewable source of energy that reduces dependence on fossil fuels and helps decrease greenhouse gas emissions.

Therefore, the Taabo project holds strategic importance for Côte d'Ivoire, not only in terms of energy supply but also for its contribution to the country's economic and social development.

TAABO IDROELETTRICO FIUME BANDAMA 01 GALLERY
TAABO IDROELETTRICO FIUME BANDAMA 02 GALLERY
TAABO IDROELETTRICO FIUME BANDAMA 03 GALLERY
TAABO IDROELETTRICO FIUME BANDAMA 04 GALLERY
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THE WORK AND THE TECHNIQUE

Construction period: 1975-1978
5,300,000

M3 OPEN CUT EXCAVATIONS

8,900,000

M3 EMBANKMENTS

800,000

M3 CONCRETE

CLIENT

Autoritè pour l’Aménagement de la Vallèe du Bandama (A.V.B.) - Abidjan

CONTRACTOR

Impregilo S.p.A. (57,80%), poi confluita nel gruppo oggi Webuild, e imprenditori locali

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