Gobecho I

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General Information

Country:	Ethiopia
City/Town:	District: Bona
Coordinates (Powerhouse):	The following coordinate was not recognized: 6º34’40’’N 38º41’50.3’’ E.The following coordinate was not recognized: 6º34’40’’N 38º41’50.3’’ E.
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Stream Name:	Gange
Developer:
Operator:	Gobecho Genet Electric users cooperative/Community based cooperative Society
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Link to Photos:	https://energypedia.info/index.php/MHP_Gobecho_I

Technical Information

Power: (kW)	7
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Turbine Type:	cross flow turbine (T-3)
Turbine Manufacturer:	SELAM
Generator Type:	Synchronous
Generator Capacity (kW):	10kW
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Comment:	A.C. Synchronous Generator/ Power 10 kW, 400 V, 50 Hz, 1500r/min, 3 phase

Mini/Island Grid Information

Mini Grid:	Yes
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Economic Information

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Donor/Financier & Percentage:	GIZ EnDev
Tariff Levels:	Flat rate/monthly based per appliance
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further information: https://energypedia.info/index.php/File:Fact_sheet_Gobecho.pdf