4,500+ GWh annual generation, financed by the World Bank Group
A 1,125 MW hydroelectric project on the Kurichhu River in eastern Bhutan, projected to generate over 4,500 GWh annually. A World Bank Group financing package — a $150M IDA grant, $150M IDA credit, and $215M in IFC/IBRD loans — was approved in January 2026.
Capacity
1,125 MW
Annual generation
4,500+ GWh
Financing
$150M IDA grant + $150M IDA credit + $215M IFC/IBRD loans
Approved
January 2026
Source: World Bank Group press release (January 2026)
Last verified Aug 8, 2026
Compiled by HEF from publicly reported sources. This entry reflects public reporting, not HEF's own field research or verification beyond the cited source.
