How many power stations are there in Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka 's electricity demand is currently met by nine thermal power stations, fifteen large hydroelectric power stations, and fifteen wind farms, with a smaller share from small hydro facilities and other renewables such as solar.

When did hydroelectricity become popular in Sri Lanka?

Hydroelectricity was popularized as early as the 1920s by Devapura Jayasena Wimalasurendra, who is considered as the "father of hydropower" in Sri Lanka. It lost its majority share on the power grid when further thermal power stations were introduced in 2010.

Does Sri Lanka generate hydroelectric power?

Sri Lanka is a country that generates hydroelectric power, providing almost all the electricity needs until the early 1990s. A large share of the hydro potential has already been developed, delivering valuable low-cost electricity to many parts of the country.

When did Sri Lanka start using wind power?

Sri Lanka's wind power sector saw activity as early as 1988, when studies were conducted to build a pilot wind project in the Southern Province. More than a decade later, the state-owned 3 MW Hambantota Wind Farm was commissioned.

Where is the nearest railway station in Sri Lanka?

The nearest railway station is Kandy. Main contractors for the Dam and Tunnel were the Joint British Venture, Balfour Beatty Nuttal and the Power Station was contracted to Costan International. Victoria dam is the highest dam in Sri Lanka and has the largest Power Station in the country.