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Voith to equip Caculo Cabaça plant in Angola
27 December, 2023
Voith has been selected to provide all electrical and mechanical equipment for the Caculo Cabaça hydropower plant in Angola, West Africa.

Major milestone for Borumba pumped storage project as Queensland Hydro releases two key tenders
27 December, 2023
In a significant development for the Borumba Pumped StorageHydro Project, Queensland Hydro has unveiled two Request for Tenders (RFTs), marking a crucial phase in the exploratory works program set to shape the future of renewable energy in the region. The released packages include a Geotechnical Surface Drilling package (CONBUR0232) and a (Geotechnical) Technical Services and Management (TSM) Support package (CONBUR0233).

Statkraft takes over major Loch Ness pumped storage project from Intelligent Land Investments Group
27 December, 2023
In a move signaling its commitment to aiding Scotland in achieving renewable energy targets and bolstering UK energy security, Statkraft, Europe’s largest renewable power generator, has announced the acquisition of the Red John Pumped Storage Hydro Scheme from Intelligent Land Investments Group (ILI).

Ardian acquires hydropower company in Peru
20 December, 2023
Global private investment firm Ardian has successfully acquired a 100% stake in a Peruvian hydropower company, marking a significant expansion of its clean energy portfolio in Latin America and its first investment in hydropower. The acquisition was made through Ardian's Clean Energy Evergreen Fund (ACEEF) and involves the purchase from funds managed by BTG Pactual, Patria Investments, and GMR Holding B.V.

Iliad project presents 22 pilot sites at Barcelona Consortium Meeting
20 December, 2023
The EU-funded Iliad Project, specializing in Digital Twins of the Ocean (DTO), has unveiled 22 pilot sites across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. These pilot sites showcase the application of Iliad's technologies in tackling various challenges specific to ocean industries.

African Development Bank's SEFA allocates $9.72 million to advance modernization of African hydropower fleet
19 December, 2023
The African Development Bank-managed Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) has granted $9.72 million to propel the Africa Hydropower Modernisation Programme (AHMP). This initiative, serving as a comprehensive platform, aims to revamp hydropower systems across the continent, augmenting their reliability and adaptability.

Suomen Voima Launches new pumped storage project in Finland
19 December, 2023
Suomen Voima has announced details of a new energy storage venture named 'Noste' in the Kemijärvi region of Finland. The ambitious project involves the construction of 1-3 small-scale pumped-storage hydropower plants in Northern Finland, aimed at bolstering the country's green transition and enhancing energy balance. The estimated investment for this venture is set to reach up to €300 million.

New Programme Management Unit takes helm to steer Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II to completion
18 December, 2023
The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) has officially appointed the Pula Nala Joint Venture as the Program Management Unit (PMU) entrusted with overseeing the final phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Phase II construction.

Digital Realty and Süwag Energie AG ink hydropower deal in Germany
18 December, 2023
In a move toward greener operations, Digital Realty, a major player in data center solutions, has signed a renewable energy deal with Süwag Energie AG. The agreement, which secures Guarantees of Origin (GoOs) for 6000MWh of hydropower, aims to power Digital Realty's operations throughout 2024. The hydropower will be sourced from the river Main, in close proximity to the company's data centers in Frankfurt.

Mozambique signs agreements for Mphanda Nkuwa hydropower project implementation
15 December, 2023
The Government of Mozambique, represented by the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy (MIREME), has officially inked two partnership agreements with its Strategic Partner for the implementation of the Mphanda Nkuwa Hydropower Project.

COP28 Agreement marks historic shift as nations pledge to triple renewable energy by 2030
14 December, 2023
At COP28 in Dubai, world leaders have committed to tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030, signaling a decisive end to the era of fossil fuels. The agreement, a culmination of global efforts, signifies a paradigm shift towards a clean, secure, and just energy future.

Snowy 2.0 resumes tunnelling at Tantangara after government approval
14 December, 2023
Tunnelling has resumed at the Snowy 2.0 project’s Tantangara site following the approval of a planning modification by the New South Wales (NSW) government. The project faced a temporary halt due to soft ground conditions and the emergence of a sinkhole above the tunnel boring machine (TBM) Florence.

New issue of Dam Engineering: Volume XXXIII, Issue 1
13 December, 2023
The latest issue of Dam Engineering (Volume XXXIII, Issue 1) has been published.

Dragon 12 Seabed Anchor installation completed successfully
13 December, 2023
Minesto has announced the successful completion of the installation of a drilled and grouted seabed anchor solution for the Dragon 12 at the company's production site offshore in Vestmannasund, Faroe Islands. The installation, conducted by Minesto's collaboration partner Leask Marine Ltd., signifies a crucial step towards the deployment and power production of the Dragon 12 kite system.

Ukrhydroenergo secures €133 million from EIB for hydropower rehabilitation project
13 December, 2023
PJSC Ukrhydroenergo has successfully received a €133 million tranche from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for the ongoing Hydro Power Plants Rehabilitation Project. Initiated in 2012, this project seeks to reconstruct 21 hydroelectric units across selected power plants in the Dnipro River basin, encompassing Kyiv pumped storage project and the, Kaniv, Kremenchuk, Seredniodniprovska, Dnipro 1, and Dnipro 2 hydropower plants.

National Hydropower Association (NHA) launches Hydro Academy and calls for curriculum development contributions
12 December, 2023
As the US hydropower workforce faces an impending surge of retirements by 2035, the National Hydropower Association (NHA) is taking proactive measures to address the evolving needs of the industry. In response to this imminent challenge, NHA has established the Hydro Academy and is currently in the process of creating an NHA-certified Hydropower Systems Principals Course.

World Bank and Asian Development Bank unite to propel sustainable development in Nepal’s hydropower sector
12 December, 2023
The World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have forged a collaborative alliance aimed at fortifying Nepal's hydropower sector, with a special focus on the proposed Upper Arun and Dudh Koshi hydropower projects.

Studio Pietrangeli to provide technical advisory services for Eswatini's Maguga hydropower projects
12 December, 2023
The Eswatini Electricity Company (EEC) has enlisted the expertise of Studio Pietrangeli for Technical Assistance Advisory Consultancy Services in the development and construction of the Maguga Hydropower Projects. This initiative encompasses the expansion of the Maguga Hydropower Project (HPP) by 30MW, the establishment of the new Lower Maguga Scheme generating 23MW, and the implementation of a new Mini-Hydro project with a capacity of 1.2MW.

San Vicente Dam Raise project clinches prestigious global award
11 December, 2023
The San Vicente Dam Raise Project has secured the 5th International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD) International Milestone Award for Roller Compacted Concrete Dam, the San Diego County Water Authority has announced.

Application submitted for Loch Kemp pumped storage scheme, Scotland
11 December, 2023
A planning application has been officially submitted for the Loch Kemp Pumped Storage Hydro Scheme, situated near Whitebridge in Inverness, Scotland.



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