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Provision for de-characterization of dam structures and asset retirement obligations (Details Narrative) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Provision For De-characterization Of Dam Structures And Asset Retirement Obligations
Losses in relation to the operational stoppage	$ 152	$ 218	$ 269

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The amount of losses incurred by the entity relating to its interests in structured entities. [Refer: Total for all unconsolidated structured entities [member]]

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