Suchhu
Suchhu
Suchhu hydropower plant in in Sangbaykha, Haa, is the first project to be commissioned under the ‘Small Hydropower Projects’ Phase 1.
Project Overview
Hydropower Generation Supporting Bhutan's Clean Energy Economy
Suchhu small hydropower project is located in Sangbaykha, Haa. The project intake is about a 1 km walk from Shaba village, and the powerhouse is below Tsanglingna, about 1 km upstream of Suchhu and Sheychhu confluence.
Suchhu joins Sheychhu at an elevation of 897 masl, and the combined river joins Amochhu at an elevation of about 835 masl.
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Project SchemeRun-of-the-river
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Project Commission2025
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Installed Capacity18 MW
Technical Specifications
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Parameter
- River
- Installed Capacity
- Catchment
- Design Energy
- Project Cost
Value
Socio-Economic Benefits and Sustainability
As DGPC's newest commissioned facility, the Suchhu Hydropower Plant is in its early operational phase. In line with DGPC's established approach across all its hydropower projects, the plant is expected to contribute to the socio-economic development of communities in the Haa district. DGPC's standard commitments to community development, environmental stewardship, and support for local infrastructure — including education, healthcare, and cultural preservation — will be extended to the Suchhu project area as the plant reaches full operational maturity. Detailed socio-economic impact data will be reported as part of DGPC's annual reporting cycle.
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