In the first quarter of 2024, nine hydroelectric power plants with a total capacity of 65.5 MW will operate in the Lachin region of Azerbaijan, with an annual energy production potential of 194 million kilowatt-hours, it was stated on August 25 during the opening ceremony of the small hydroelectric power plants "Mishni" (with a capacity of 8.25 MW) and "Alkhasly" (with a capacity of 6 MW) JSC "Azerenergy" in the Lachin region. It was noted that five small hydroelectric power plants with a total capacity of 40.5 MW have already been reconstructed and put into operation in the Lachin region, with an annual energy production potential of 120 million kilowatt-hours. Currently, work is continuing on the reconstruction of four stations. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev took part in the opening of these energy facilities located on the Khochaz River, the largest tributary of the Khakari River, according to information posted on the website of the head of state

Source: Turan News Agency