BHPB seeks Congo power project to replace Westcor

• 14 years ago (2010-03-01)
• David Flin

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’s existing Inga 1 and Inga 2 hydropower projects, meanwhile, are facing refurbishment delays that could slow expanded electricity output. The World Bank is applying to its board for a 3 year extension to 2016 and an extra $300-400 million to rehabilitate poorly functioning plants. The dams are running at about 700MW out of a theoretical capacity of 1700MW.