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A co-operative approach to refurbishment
11 December, 1998
The need for peak power has prompted Bulgaria to re-assess the condition of its hydro power facilities. Peter Jedelhauser spoke to Suzanne Moxon about Electrowatt Engineering’s role in Bulgaria’s ambitious refurbishment programme
A unique opportunity
11 May, 1998
Large dam projects cause furious debate. The World Commission on Dams was formed in November 1997 to help balance energy needs and environmental concerns in such projects. Richard E Bissell* explains the Commission’s genesis and goals
‘Greening’ Ralco
13 April, 1998
Construction is due to start this year on Chile’s largest hydro power station – the 570MW Ralco plant. Swiss company Electrowatt Engineering has been given the task of drawing-up an environmental management programme for this project which has been the target of ‘green’ activists in recent years. Robert Zwahlen* and Pablo Durán** discuss how such a programme will enable Ralco to form a good working relationship with the surrounding environment