DOE is allocating nearly $600 million to modernize hydropower and marine energy in the United States. Funding includes up to $553.6 million to upgrade existing hydroelectric facilities and $45 million to support a marine energy pilot project.

The administrative court of appeal of Lyon has authorized the opening of a hydroelectric power plant in Haute-Savoie. This decision was welcomed by the mayor of the town and criticized by the association France Nature Environnement Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, which deplores an attack on biodiversity.

The Snowy 2.0 hydroelectric project in Australia is experiencing a two-year delay and will cost more due to several factors. This represents a setback for the Australian government's renewable energy targets and highlights the complexity of projects of this scale.

Poland continues its commitment to energy transition with the rehabilitation of the Porabka Zar hydroelectric plant. GE Renewable Energy has signed a contract with PGE Odnawialna S.A. to replace the four aging turbines with new, more efficient and reliable equipment.

Sun'R, a French specialist in renewable energies, is continuing its development in the hydroelectric sector with the acquisition of the Grépiac hydroelectric plant in the Haute-Garonne region. This operation allows Sun'R and the Eiffage Group to operate a fleet of 15 plants with a combined production capacity of 40 GWh.

An ASDSO report highlights the urgency of continued investment in the rehabilitation of non-federal dams in the United States. The high cost of rehabilitation is due to several factors.

Kemijoki Oy is retrofitting its hydroelectric power plants with SF6-free vacuum circuit breakers to minimize downtime and reduce its environmental impact. This successful initiative complies with the latest global Dual Logo standard and is expected to be replicated in other power plants.

Savannah Energy PLC signs an agreement with the government of Cameroon to develop the Bini a Warak hydroelectric project. The project is expected to be developed on a stand-alone basis, with approval expected in 2024 and first power targeted for 2027 to 2028.

Japanese utility J-POWER is upgrading its Suezawa hydroelectric plant to improve reliability and reduce labor costs. This update includes new components and a new water turbine for more efficient power generation.

Tanzania continues its energy development with the construction of the Kakono hydroelectric power plant. With $300 million in funding, the 87.8 MW plant will meet the country's growing electricity needs while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.