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US hydropower generation expected to rise by 6% in 2024 following last year's Lows
18 April, 2024
After experiencing its lowest levels since 2001 in the previous year, hydropower electricity generation in the US is anticipated to surge by 6% in 2024, according to forecasts from the US Energy Information Administration's Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO) released this April. This increase is expected to bring hydropower generation to a total of 250 billion kWh within the power sector.

OPG’s Niagara hydro operations set for extensive multi-year refurbishment
18 April, 2024
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is gearing up for a comprehensive refurbishment project that will rejuvenate up to five hydroelectric stations in the Niagara Falls region, including the Sir Adam Beck I and II stations.

Stantec supports Drax in upgrading Cruachan pumped storage scheme
18 April, 2024
Stantec has announced it has supported Drax in gaining approval from the Scottish Government to boost the generating capacity of the existing Cruachan pumped storage hydropower station through the upgrading of units at the plant.

Andritz Hydro secures contract to modernize Cheongsong pumped storage plant in South Korea
18 April, 2024
Andritz Hydro has been awarded a contract by Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) for the modernization and upgrade of the Cheongsong pumped storage plant located on the Gilan, Yongjeon River/Basin in North Gyeongsang, South Korea.

Fortum to overhaul Malta hydropower plant, Sweden
17 April, 2024
Fortum has announced plans to undertake a significant modernization project for the Malta hydropower plant in Uvån, located in the municipality of Hagfors, Sweden. The investment earmarked for this project amounts to approximately €20 million (SEK 250 million).

Uniper and Deutsche Bahn forge green power partnership with new hydropower agreement
17 April, 2024
Uniper and Deutsche Bahn have finalized a five-year power purchase agreement that will see Uniper providing Deutsche Bahn with hydropower from power plants in Sweden, totaling approximately 88 GWh annually starting from 2028.

AFRY advices EnfraGen on award-winning Latin American deal
15 April, 2024
AFRY has announced it provided technical advisory services to EnfraGen in the acquisition of a 188MW renewable portfolio comprising hydro, wind, and solar power assets in Panama and Costa Rica. As a result of this successful transaction, EnfraGen was awarded “Acquisition Deal of the Year”.

Record-breaking surge as nearly 500 dams removed across Europe in 2023, report reveals
15 April, 2024
A surge in dam removals saw the elimination of nearly 500 barriers from waterways across the continent in 2023, as revealed in a report unveiled today by Dam Removal Europe

Death toll rises to seven following Bargi hydropower plant incident, Enel Green Power issues statement
12 April, 2024
Seven workers have been confirmed dead following the explosion at Enel Green Power’s hydroelectric power plant in Bargi, near Bologna, Italy. Rescuers recovered the bodies of missing workers in the project’s turbine hall this morning, Reuters said.

Orrön Energy divests its 50% stake in Leikanger hydropower plant to Sognekraft
12 April, 2024
Orrön Energy AB has finalized the sale of its 50% stake in the 77MW Leikanger hydropower plant in Norway for approximately €53 million. The buyer, Sognekraft Produksjon AS, already a partner in the venture, will now assume full ownership of the plant.

Tarbela 5th Extension project set to start generating electricity in 2025
11 April, 2024
Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority has confirmed that the 1530MW Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project will commence electricity generation in 2025.

Capital Energy and Verbund Green Power join forces to develop pumped storage plants in Spain
11 April, 2024
Capital Energy and Verbund Green Power have solidified a strategic alliance to spearhead the development of pumped storage hydro plants in Spain.

Workers killed in incident at Enel hydropower plant
11 April, 2024
An explosion at Enel Green Power’s hydroelectric power plant in Bargi near Bologna, Italy, has claimed the lives of at least three workers, leaving four others still missing.

20th Geological Engineering Distinguished Lecture highlights mining dam safety
09 April, 2024
Dr. Violeta Martin, a Specialist Hydrotechnical Engineer at Knight Piésold Canada, 20th delivered the 20th Geological Engineering Distinguished Lecture in early April, with a talk on mining dam safety titled "Why Dam Failures Happen and What Can We Do About It?".

Global energy sector maintains optimism amid political uncertainty, DNV report shows
09 April, 2024
Despite the looming threat of political unpredictability, the global energy sector remains steadfast in its optimism, as revealed by the latest report from DNV, an independent energy expert and assurance provider. The report, based on insights gathered from nearly 1300 senior energy professionals worldwide, underscores a resilient positivity within the industry, with approximately 73% expressing confidence in its growth trajectory for the upcoming year.

Lombardi expands operations in Australia with new Brisbane office
09 April, 2024
Engineering firm Lombardi has announced the opening of its latest office in Brisbane, marking a significant stride in its expansion efforts within the Australian market.

Glendevon Hydro Scheme in Scotland sold to Renfin & Hydropol Group
09 April, 2024
Glasgow-based Torishima Service Solutions Europe Limited has sold the assets and operations of the Glendevon Hydro Scheme in Dollar to Renfin & Hydropol Group, with legal advice provided by Harper Macleod.

Zungeru hydropower plant nearing completion as testing begins
08 April, 2024
The Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Plant in Nigeria has entered a crucial phase as testing commences, according to Federal Government announcements on Sunday, newswires have reported.

Milestone marked at Punatsangchhu-II hydroelectric project, Bhutan
05 April, 2024
Initial reservoir filling has started at the 1020MW Punatsangchhu-II hydroelectric project in Wangdue, Bhutan, with the project expected to be commissioned this year.

Call for nominations: Celebrating 75 years of hydropower excellence
05 April, 2024
As International Water Power & Dam Construction marks its remarkable 75th anniversary, we're thrilled to announce our May 2024 will be a special edition, containing a listing which will honour the most influential figures in hydropower - past and present.