Run of River Power Generation
Run of river hydroelectricity is a form of hydropower generation with a much smaller physical footprint than typical large reservoir hydropower facilities. A run of river power project is designed to divert river flow through a large pipe to turbines installed in a lower elevation powerhouse. The powerhouse is connected to a transmission grid for electrical power to be distributed. Water exiting the powerhouse is returned to the river with minimal flow alteration. British Columbia provides ideal geography for run of river power projects and has become a global center for the industry. Clean Energy Consulting is currently working on the design of a 25 MW run of river project in the Squamish area and an 8 MW project in Northern BC.