Hydro Electrics

Hydro Electrics

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Type	Subsidiary
Industry	Renewable Energy, Hydropower
Founded	June 21, 2007 (2007-06-21) in O'polis, Orioni
Founders	Aditi Shankar Berhanu Leul
Headquarters	O'polis , Orioni
Area served	Orient
Key people	Ilenya Qauwin (CEO) Huyen Abebe (CFO) Aman Tadesse (CTO)
Products	Hydropower
Owner	Orgas (60% stake)
Number of employees	8,200 (2020)
Parent	Orgas
Website	hydroelectrics.io

Hydro Electrics is an Orinese renewable energy company with a primary focus on hydropower generation. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in O'polis, Orioni, the company runs hydroelectric power stations on a tributary of the Wenizi River. Hydro Electrics is a significant energy supplier to major western cities in Irisha. Most of its stake (60%) is owned by Orgas, positioning Hydro Electrics as a key player in sustainable energy solutions.

Since its inception in 2007 by founders Aditi Shankar and Berhanu Leul, Hydro Electrics has demonstrated unwavering commitment to advancing hydropower. Under the leadership of CEO Ilenya Qauwin, the company has flourished, significantly bolstering the renewable energy sector of the Orient. With over 8,200 dedicated professionals, Hydro Electrics leads the charge in optimizing water resources for sustainable energy generation.

Projects

One of Hydro Electrics' standout accomplishments is the Silver Stream Dam, established in 2012. Situated near O'polis and on a tributary of the Wenizi River, this facility can generate 3,000 MW of power, catering to thousands of households and being a primary energy source for major western cities in the Irisha region of Orioni.

In 2015, Hydro Electrics, steered by then-CEO Samir Desalegn, expanded its horizons internationally by pioneering the Blue Ridge Project in Ide Jima, which was inaugurated in 2018. This project underscored the company's growing global influence in the renewable energy landscape.

Research and development

Innovation is at the heart of Hydro Electrics, with a dedicated R&D division continuously seeking to augment the efficiency of its hydropower plants and devise groundbreaking technologies. Their 2019 introduction of a state-of-the-art turbine design is proof of this commitment, having garnered acclaim for its efficiency and eco-friendly attributes.

Environmental commitment

Ensuring minimal environmental disruption is integral to Hydro Electrics' modus operandi. Alongside its primary energy ventures, the company actively participates in various eco-conservation endeavours, maintaining a balanced and sustainable approach to its expansions.