In the winter sports resort of Monte Rosa, not far from the Sesia source, the small hydroelectric power station generates environmentally friendly natural electricity. With its typical "walser" architecture, the power station blends seamlessly into the landscape.
Facts & figures
Plant type:
Small-scale hydropower plant
Location:
Alagna Valsesia, Italy
Number of turbines:
1 Bouvier Hydro
Capacity:
4.6 MW
Shareholding:
90%
Commissioning:
2001
Average annual production:
9 GWh
Guided tours:
No
Status:
In service