Huge hydroelectric complex to aid in meeting energy needs

Journal Article · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1978 · Diesel Gas Turbine Prog.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5253283

Osenga, M

In an effort to continue to meet Quebec's need for electricity, Hydro-Quebec chartered the Societe d'energie de la James Bay (SEBJ) to tap the vast hydroelectric resources in northern Quebec. The SEBJ is responsible for the hydroelectric development of rivers of the Quebec side of James Bay, which is the southern extension of Hudson Bay. To meet the growth of Quebec's electricity needs, SEBJ has undertaken the development of the La Grande River hydroelectric resources. The complex, one of the largest hydroelectric developments in the world, began construction in 1973 and work will continue until 1985. The project will have a total installed capacity of 10,440,000 kW, with an annual energy production of 68.4 billion kWh. The project includes the construction of four generating stations and will involve the partial diversion of the Caniapiscau and Eastmain Rivers. The complex's six reservoirs and forebays, with a total capacity of 3366 billion cubic feet, will require the construction of about 150 dikes and dams, involving a total volume of fill of 200 million cubic yards.

• OSTI ID: 5253283
• Journal Information: Diesel Gas Turbine Prog.; (United States), Journal Name: Diesel Gas Turbine Prog.; (United States) Vol. 44:1; ISSN DGTPA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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