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Hidroelectrica will carry out, from August 1, 2025, the first complete emptying of Lake Vidraru in 50 years, as part of a process of retrofitting.

Gabriel Dumitrache

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Current Affairs

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This controlled emptying, scheduled to be completed on February 28, 2026, is essential for the evaluation and modernization of the Vidraru dam, which has been in operation since 1966. The operation will enable the use of modern technology and ensure more efficient energy production for the next 40 years. The contract for the €188 million retrofitting was signed in July 2024.

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Hidroelectrica începe azi prima golire completă din istoria barajului Vidraru de după 1974: Este o lucrare tehnică majoră

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Începe prima golire completă a barajului Vidraru din ultimii 50 de ani. Procesul va dura aproape 7 luni

Hidroelectrica anunță că va goli lacul de acumulare Vidraru. Când se va încheia procesul

Lacul Vidraru va fi golit complet, pentru prima dată din 1974. Anunțul Hidroelectrica

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