Abstract:
Electricity generated by certain renewable energy resources is intermittent, making it
challenging to match supply with demand. Therefore, large-scale energy storage systems are
essential to balance supply and demand effectively, ensuring grid stability and reliability
Unlike other forms of energy storage pumped storage hydropower plants (PSHPs) have low
environmental impacts and are sustainable as well. Pumped storage hydropower is the most
efficient storage technology and has proven to be a well-grounded power storage technology,
especially in that era when the power demand is at its peak. This thesis comprises an
encompassing feasibility analysis and design proposal for PSHPs at the Tarbela dam in
Pakistan. A pumped storage hydropower plant of two reservoirs lower and an upper reservoir.
The feasibility analysis appraises the mechanical and environmental suitability of the suggested
PSH plant. Attention is paid to optimizing the design to maximize the energy output and
minimize construction costs, lighten the environmental impacts. By Leveraging the
topographical elements and hydraulic potential of the site, the proposed project assures and
advances significantly Pakistan's energy security while mitigating carbon emissions and
environmental deterioration.
