Hydroelectric potential of the Coco & Matagalpa river basins

Nicaragua

The hydropower potential Coco and Matagalpa rivers is a strategic resource for Nicaragua’s shift toward renewable energy and reduced fossil fuel consumption. The Government of Nicaragua has entrusted IDOM with the assessment and development of renewable energy sources, focusing on identifying the best locations and designing dams and hydropower plants along these key river basins.

The use of hydroelectric resources contributes to reducing our dependence on fossil fuels in emerging economies

A comprehensive analysis of the Coco and Matagalpa river basins—two of the regions with the highest hydropower capacity—led to the identification of 21 potential sites, with the ten most promising undergoing detailed studies. As a result, the first two projects are already being launched for construction. Harnessing the hydropower potential Coco and Matagalpa rivers helps Nicaragua strengthen its energy matrix, increase the share of renewables, and pave the way for sustainable development in emerging economies.

Dams & Large-scale Hydro Works