Deriner

Deriner refers to a significant hydroelectric project located on the Coruh River in the Artvin Province of Turkey. The centerpiece of the project is the Deriner Dam, a concrete arch dam with a height of 249 meters. Construction began in 1992 and was completed in 1998. The dam's reservoir has a capacity of 2.1 cubic kilometers of water and the power plant generates an annual average of 1,670 gigawatt-hours of electricity. The Deriner Dam is one of the highest dams in Turkey and plays a crucial role in the country's energy production.

The Coruh River basin is known for its high potential for hydroelectric power generation due to its steep gradient and significant water flow. The Deriner Dam is part of a larger development plan for the Coruh River, which includes several other dams aimed at harnessing its energy resources. The project has had considerable impacts on the local environment and communities, including displacement of populations and changes to the river's ecosystem. Environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures were undertaken as part of the project's development. The Deriner Dam is a prominent example of large-scale infrastructure development in Turkey.