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37734-013: GMS Nam Theun 2 Hydroelectric Project
Project Data Sheet (PDS): Overview
Description
The Project includes development, construction and operation of 1070 MW hydropower plant on Nam Theun reiver in Laos PDR. The project will export 5354 GWh electricity to Thailand and provides 300 GWh for domestic consumption. The project will promote enomic growth in the region. Project revenues will support the Government priority poverty reduction and environmental conservation programs as outlined in the National Growth and Poverty Eradication Strategy.... Read More
| Country |
Lao People's Democratic Republic |
|---|---|
| Project Number | 37734-013 |
| Project Type or Modality of Assistance |
Loan |
| Financing | Public sector (Sovereign) |
| Status | Approved |
| Approval Number |
Loan No. 2162 |
| Approval Date | 04 Apr 2005 |
| Closing Date | 02 Feb 2011 |
| ADB Financing ($ thousand) | 20,000 |
| Geographical Location | Central provinces Khammuane & Bolikhamxay, SE of Vientiane. |
| Sector / Subsector Classification |
Energy / Large Hydropower |
| Thematic Classification | Economic growth Private sector development |
| Safeguard Categories |
Environment: A Resettlement: A |
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Responsible ADB Officer
Duy-Thanh Bui
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Responsible ADB Department
Southeast Asia Department
Responsible ADB Divisions
Infrastructure Division, SERD
Executing Agencies
Nam Theun 2 Power Company Limited (NTPC)
Mr. Jean Pierre Katz
Ministry of Industry and Handicrafts
Dr. Somboune Manolom
PDS Creation Date
06 Dec 2006
Last PDS Update
20 Jul 2012