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World Hydropower Congress sets stage for sustainable growth leading to COP28
03 November, 2023
The 2023 World Hydropower Congress concluded with a resounding commitment to power sustainable growth as it welcomed participants from over 300 organizations and 43 countries, united by a shared vision of promoting sustainable hydropower.

World Hydropower Congress 2023 kicks off in Bali with resounding support
31 October, 2023
The World Hydropower Congress 2023 has officially commenced in Bali, Indonesia, with the event opened with an esteemed welcome from President Joko Widodo, the 7th President of the Republic of Indonesia, underlining the significance of sustainable hydropower in the nation and beyond.

World Bank report urges gender equality breakthrough in hydropower sector
19 October, 2023
A groundbreaking report released by the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) of the World Bank highlights the urgent need for addressing gender equality within the hydropower industry.

Spotlight on hydropower in Indonesia
13 October, 2023
This year’s World Hydropower Congress will be hosted by the Government of Indonesia, PLN and the International Hydropower Association (IHA), in Bali from the 31 October to the 2 November. IHA has given us the low-down on what to expect at the event and why Indonesia is the place to be for hydropower this October.

GE Vernova's Hydro Power business completes key commissioning for Nigeria's second largest hydropower plant
11 October, 2023
GE Vernova's Hydro Power business has successfully completed the commissioning of four 175MW Francis hydropower turbines and generators at Nigeria's Zungeru project in Niger State. This development marks a significant milestone for the Zungeru project, located along the Kaduna River, and establishes it as Nigeria's second-largest hydropower plant with a total capacity of 700MW.

Xylem joins the ranks of IHA's Sustainable Hydropower Commitment on Global Hydropower Day
11 October, 2023
In a landmark development on Global Hydropower Day, the International Hydropower Association (IHA) welcomed Xylem as its 100th member to pledge allegiance to the San José Declaration on Sustainable Hydropower, marking a significant milestone in the hydropower industry's commitment to sustainability.

Celebrate Global Hydropower Day and its impact on sustainable energy
10 October, 2023
In recognition of the remarkable contribution of sustainable hydropower to a greener and more sustainable world, the International Hydropower Association (IHA) is spearheading Global Hydropower Day, set to be celebrated worldwide on October 11. This global event serves as an occasion to acknowledge and celebrate the positive impacts of hydropower on communities and individuals, emphasizing its crucial role in advancing clean energy and driving the world towards a net-zero future.

Jirau hydropower plant in Brazil attains Gold-Level Sustainability Certification
09 October, 2023
The Jirau hydropower plant, boasting 3.75GW of power capacity and owned by Jirau Energia, has become the first project in South Amercia to secure Gold-level certification against the Hydropower Sustainability Standard (HSS). This feat underscores the commitment of Jirau Energia, with ENGIE, a member of the International Hydropower Association (IHA), leading the way in promoting sustainable hydropower practices in the region, the IHA said.

Global collaboration in hydropower: IHA and IWHR join forces
26 September, 2023
In an effort to enhance sustainable hydropower initiatives on a global scale, the International Hydropower Association (IHA) and the China Institute of Water Resources (IWHR) have entered into a cooperative agreement this month.

Share the sustainable hydropower story
15 September, 2023
The International Hydropower Association (IHA) have two upcoming opportunities for our readers to get involved in sharing the sustainable hydropower story.

IHA announces results of 2023 board elections
04 September, 2023
The members of the International Hydropower Association (IHA) have elected the 18 leaders for the 2023-25 term of its Board. The new Board will shape and direct IHA’s work over the next two years under the mission to advance sustainable hydropower globally.

GE Vernova chosen to upgrade Grand Rapids hydropower plant in Canada
04 September, 2023
GE Vernova's Hydro Power division has been selected by Manitoba Hydro to undertake the replacement of the Unit-4 Kaplan runner at the 479MW Grand Rapids Generating Station on the Saskatchewan River in Manitoba, Canada.

Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull appointed as President of IHA
01 August, 2023
Former Prime Minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull, has been named the new President of the International Hydropower Association (IHA), taking over the role from Roger Gill. The announcement was made ahead of the World Hydropower Congress in Bali, set to commence on October 31, 2023.

IHA calls for public feedback on landmark Bali Statement on Powering Sustainable Growth
13 July, 2023
The International Hydropower Association (IHA) has released the first draft of the Bali Statement on Powering Sustainable Growth for public feedback. This landmark document, which builds upon the San José Declaration on Sustainable Hydropower established in 2021, emphasizes the crucial role of hydropower in fostering thriving, low carbon economies driven by renewable energy. The IHA is now seeking input and collaboration from stakeholders worldwide, including governments, financial institutions, and civil society organizations.

SEFA highlights hydropower modernisation as catalyst for Africa's energy transition
10 July, 2023
The Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA), managed by the African Development Bank, has emphasized the importance of hydropower modernisation in meeting the growing demand for renewable energy in Africa. This message was conveyed during the Africa Energy Forum, held in Nairobi from June 20-23, with support from the Government of Kenya, the African Development Bank, IFC, and other partners.

China unveils world's largest hybrid solar-hydropower plant
28 June, 2023
China has successfully launched the Kela photovoltaic (PV) power station - the world's largest hybrid solar-hydropower plant. Constructed by Yalong River Hydropower Development, also known as Yalong Hydro, the Kela station aims to expand the renewable energy capacity of the Yalong River basin and contribute significantly to China's sustainable energy goals. Today, the plant commenced full-scale operations, marking a groundbreaking achievement in the country's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions.

Bluemethane, IHA and UQAM to establish global hydropower methane monitoring network
23 June, 2023
Bluemethane has signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the International Hydropower Association (IHA) and Lab Yves Prairie-UQAM to establish a comprehensive global network focused on monitoring and studying methane emissions in hydropower reservoirs.

Snapshot of the US hydropower market
08 June, 2023
Elizabeth A. Ingram discusses some of the market factors driving hydropower’s role and future in the United States energy system and provides insight on what the future might look like if current plans are brought to fruition.

Global hydropower capacity grows by 34GW, but falls short of net zero 2050 targets, says IHA’s World Hydropower Outlook
08 June, 2023
The International Hydropower Association (IHA) has released its inaugural World Hydropower Outlook, which reveals that global hydropower capacity grew by 34GW in the past year. This includes 10GW of pumped storage, and marks the first time since 2016 that over 30GW of hydropower capacity has been added in a single year. Hydropower currently accounts for more than 15% of the world's electricity generation.

IHA’s World Hydropower Outlook available for download
07 June, 2023
The International Hydropower Association has announced the first edition of the World Hydropower Outlook is available for download. The Outlook sets out a realistic roadmap to enable hydropower and other renewables to deliver against net zero targets.



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