The status of the Irish hydro pilot installation in Blackstairs Group Water Scheme is being constantly monitored. Since its startup in October 2019 and until the end of April 2020 the scheme has generated over 12,293 kWh which is equivalent to the yearly consumption of 2.5 average Irish households.
In April, the power output was stable and close to 3 kW during most of the month. It then gradually dropped to 2 kW as a likely consequence of the prolonged dry spell witnessed during mid-April but eventually rose back to 3 kW by the end of the month after some consistent rainfall.
Power output at Blackstairs GWS during April
Water flow rate at Blackstairs GWS during April