– STEP 1 –

The foundation was designed to be built with pre-fabricated concrete blocks.

– STEP 2 –

The Outlet Channel has been designed to allow native plant growth and ensure that no water leakage occurs.

– STEP 3 –

The basin was assembled from pre-fabricated sheets to ensure accuracy of construction and speed.

– STEP 4 –

The inlet channel was constructed in sheet metal as well.

– STEP 5 –

After complete assembly of the basin, inlet and outlet channel, the top structure was added.

– STEP 6 –

The pre-fabricated rotor was installed and hooked up to the gear box and generator.

– STEP 7 –

To test the installation, the inlet gate was opened to flood the basin and experience the first vortex generation.

– STEP 8 –

Following the installation of the rotor, the Vortex Energy Plant was commissioned and started generating electricity successfully.

– STEP 9 –

A university supported fish patency study showed that several fish species could travel unhindered up and down through the Vortex Energy Plant. Further proof is undergoing at the Technical University at Dresden.

– FINAL –

The set-up of the Vortex Energy Plant in Grossharthau shows today that such a plant can easily and unobtrusively be integrated into nature