--- title: "Report on micro hydro project (abstract to findings)" subject: "Communication English" chapter: 8 key: "semester_5/communication_english:report-micro-hydro-project-manager" source: https://www.bctengineer.com/q/semester_5/communication_english/report-micro-hydro-project-manager site: BCT Engineering --- # Report on micro hydro project (abstract to findings) Communication English · Chapter 8: Project/Field Report - Asked in: 2069 Chaitra, 10 marks - Answer checked by Claude Opus 5.5 (high effort) on 2026-10-14 - Page: https://www.bctengineer.com/q/semester_5/communication_english/report-micro-hydro-project-manager - Whole chapter: https://www.bctengineer.com/md/semester_5/communication_english/chapter-8 ## Question Suppose you are the Manager of a project related to micro hydro-power production plant launched in one of the remote villages in Nepal and your project is going to terminate soon as the work has already been accomplished. Write abstract, introduction, methodology and findings of your report giving just the outline of the remaining parts. ## Short answer A 60 kW micro-hydro plant was built in Tharpu, Sindhupalchok, for Rs. 1.75 crore, serving 250 households. The feasibility study measured flow 0.12 m³/s and head 70 m; a Pelton turbine was installed. Average output is 52 kW, cost per kW Rs. 2.9 lakhs, and a 15% demand margin exists. ## Answer ```text MEMORANDUM To : Executive Director, Alternative Energy Promotion Centre, Lalitpur From : Er. Dipak Sunuwar, Project Manager Date : 20 December 2026 Subject : Final report: Micro-hydro Power Production Plant, Tharpu, Sindhupalchok ``` #### Abstract This report presents the work and results of the 60 kW micro-hydro power plant at Tharpu, a remote village in Sindhupalchok. The plant was built from January to December 2026 to supply electricity to 250 households, two schools and a health post, which earlier had no electricity. It was finished within the 12-month plan, despite a one-month delay in the turbine supply, at a cost of Rs. 1.75 crore. The plant has been tested for two weeks and gives stable power, and all households are connected. The report covers the introduction, methodology and findings, and outlines the remaining parts. #### Introduction Tharpu lies six hours' walk from the nearest road head, and its people used kerosene lamps and small solar lights of limited capacity. The project was launched to provide clean power for lighting, communication, schools and small enterprises. It was funded by the Alternative Energy Promotion Centre (60 percent), the local government (25 percent) and the community (15 percent, in labour and cash). The objectives were to build a reliable plant, train local people to operate it, and set up a users' committee. #### Methodology 1. **Feasibility study:** measurement of the stream flow (0.12 m³/s) and head (70 m), and a household survey. 2. **Design:** headworks, a 1,000 m canal, a forebay, a penstock, a Pelton turbine with a 60 kW generator, and an 11 kV/0.4 kV distribution line. 3. **Construction:** done by a contractor, with the villagers providing unskilled labour. Materials were carried by porters and mules. 4. **Quality control:** weekly site inspections, tests of concrete and pipes, and checking of the line. 5. **Training:** six operators and a manager were trained, and the Users' Committee was formed. 6. **Testing and handover:** load tests and a trial run before handing the plant over to the committee. #### Findings - The plant produces 52 kW on average, and the output meets the present demand with a 15 percent margin. - The cost per kW was Rs. 2.9 lakhs, within the typical range for this type of plant. - Villagers gave 3,200 person-days of labour, saving about Rs. 8 lakhs. - Three small businesses (a flour mill, a carpentry shop and a tailoring shop) have already started using electricity. - Delays: monsoon landslides on the trail delayed the supply of the turbine by one month. #### Outline of the remaining parts 1. Discussion (technical, economic and social benefits) 2. Conclusion 3. Recommendations (tariff, maintenance fund and operator training) 4. References 5. Appendices (drawings, bill of quantities, test results and photographs) ## Check yourself The answer's key points as multiple-choice questions, with the correct option and why. 1. Which parts must be written in full and which only outlined? A. Abstract, introduction, methodology and findings in full; discussion, conclusion, recommendations, references and appendices outlined B. Only the abstract in full C. Everything in full D. Only the outline Answer: A. The question asks for the four parts in full and only an outline of the remaining parts. (Key point: Sections required) 2. What measurements formed the feasibility study? A. Wind speed and solar radiation B. Stream flow of 0.12 m³/s, head of 70 m and household survey C. Soil pH D. Population of the country Answer: B. Flow and head determine the power available; the survey established demand. (Key point: Feasibility data) 3. What do the findings say about the plant's output? A. It produces 100 kW B. It cannot meet demand C. It produces 52 kW on average, meeting demand with a 15 percent margin D. It is not tested Answer: C. The 60 kW plant produces 52 kW on average with a 15 percent margin over present demand. (Key point: Findings) 4. What was the villagers' contribution, and its value? A. Funded the whole project B. Nothing C. Designed the plant D. 3,200 person-days of unskilled labour, saving about Rs. 8 lakhs Answer: D. Villagers provided labour worth about Rs. 8 lakhs and the community also contributed 15 percent of funding. 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