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India: Gujarat records record hydroelectric output
In August 2024, Gujarat's hydroelectric power stations recorded their highest level of production ever, marking a significant milestone in India's energy supply and diversification efforts.
United States: USD 430 million to modernize 293 hydroelectric facilities
The Department of Energy (DOE) is funding the modernization of 293 hydroelectric facilities in 33 US states, with the aim of enhancing infrastructure safety and grid resilience.
Grand Coulee Dam, USA
DORE invests GBP 5 million in three hydroelectric power plants in Sweden
Downing Renewables & Infrastructure Trust plc (DORE) acquires three hydroelectric power stations in Sweden, reinforcing its strategy of expanding and optimizing its portfolio of energy assets with a £5 million investment.
Barrage en Suède
France: French government cancels Rhônergia dam project on the Rhône river
The French government cancels the "Rhônergia" hydroelectric project between Saint-Romain-de-Jalionas and Loyettes, promoted by Compagnie Nationale du Rhône (CNR), in response to concerns expressed by local and regional elected representatives. Discussions on new energy strategies are now envisaged.
Paraguay: Cheap hydroelectricity boosts cryptocurrency
Paraguay, with its low-cost hydroelectricity, has become a center for cryptomining, attracting investment while fighting illegal drifts and corruption in its energy sector.
Eco Wave Power strengthens its position with projects in the United States and Israel
Eco Wave Power reports solid half-year results and makes progress on its marine energy projects in Israel and the United States, while receiving the EDF Pulse Award for its innovations in energy systems.
Ethiopia exacerbates regional tensions with GERD
Ethiopia completed the filling of the Grand Barrage de la Renaissance (GERD) reservoir, increasing electricity production to 1,550 MW. This progress, achieved despite objections from Egypt and Sudan, aggravates geopolitical tensions over control of the Nile's water resources.
Tajikistan: ADB grants $21m for Golovnaya hydroelectric plant
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves a $21 million grant to upgrade the Golovnaya hydropower plant in Tajikistan, strengthening regional energy security.
Romania rejects the Iron Gates 3 project: “No concessions will be made”.
Romania's Minister of Energy, Sebastian Burduja, asserts that no concessions will be made regarding power generation at the Iron Gates 1 and 2 hydroelectric plants.
Iron Gates 2
Eco Wave Power launches Porto’s first industrial wave energy project
Eco Wave Power inaugurates its first wave energy project in Porto, Portugal, marking a milestone for renewable energies with the forthcoming opening of an underwater museum dedicated to this technology.
Projet énergie houlomotrice Porto

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