Current system

See: Generation for more details of the current generation systems

Bettles (jane creek)

Present value of capital cost: $17,398,291

Lifetime energy cost savings: $299,787

Net lifetime savings: $-17,098,505

Benefit-cost ratio: 0.0

Proposed nameplate capacity: 276 kW

Expected yearly generation: 608,000 kWh/year

Phase: Reconnaissance

Upfront capital cost: $17,712,891

Estimated hydro penetration level: 113.16%

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This component calculates the potential cost savings through changes in the amount of diesel fuel used for electricity generation from the installation of new hydropower infrastructure. Requires that at least a reconnaissance-level hydropower study has been completed for the community.