Name and Location
Budhi Ganga hydropower project, Nepal.

Client
Nepal Department of Electricity Development.

Project Description
The project involves the development of a run-of-river scheme designed to generate an average of 2 520 GW/y on the Budhi Ganga river, in the Far-Western Development Region of Nepal.

The project aims to increase the electricity generation capacity of Nepal; help meet growing load demands and reduce load-shedding; and contribute to national economic and social development.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
SMEC has been awarded a contract by Nepal’s Department of Electricity Development to provide detailed engineering designs and environmental- and social impact-assessments (ESIAs) on the hydropower project.

SMEC, in association with Udaya Consultancy, will complete a review of existing feasibility and environmental-impact study reports; a detailed design of all civil works, hydraulic steel structures, electromechanical equipment, transmission lines and substations; and preparation of tender documents.

SMEC will also complete ESIAs and develop an environmental and social management plan.

This will include preparing terms of reference and scoping documents expected, updating baseline surveys and conducting detailed analysis of impacts anticipated during construction and operation phases.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
SMEC and Udaya Consultancy (ESIA).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Department of Electricity Development, tel +977 1 448 0326, fax +977 1 448 0257 or email info@doed.gov.np.
SMEC (Nepal), tel +977 1 472 1080 or email nepal@smec.com.