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Uganda boosts its energy capacity with the opening of the Karuma hydropower plant, financed by China to the tune of 1.7 billion dollars, marking a new stage in Sino-Ugandan cooperation.
Uganda boosts its energy capacity with the opening of the Karuma hydropower plant, financed by China to the tune of 1.7 billion dollars, marking a new stage in Sino-Ugandan cooperation.
Plastic waste accumulating in the turbines of the Ruzizi hydroelectric power station has forced us to cut electricity production by half for South Kivu and neighboring regions.
Plastic waste accumulating in the turbines of the Ruzizi hydroelectric power station has forced us to cut electricity production by half for South Kivu and neighboring regions.
Tajikistan is imposing electricity restrictions due to dwindling water reserves, disrupting its hydroelectric plants and raising concerns about the country's ability to meet energy demand.
Tajikistan is imposing electricity restrictions due to dwindling water reserves, disrupting its hydroelectric plants and raising concerns about the country's ability to meet energy demand.
Greece and Cyprus are moving ahead with the Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking Cyprus to mainland Europe via a 1,240 km undersea cable, a key element in the energy integration of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Greece and Cyprus are moving ahead with the Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking Cyprus to mainland Europe via a 1,240 km undersea cable, a key element in the energy integration of the Eastern Mediterranean.
The Los Lagos hydroelectric project in Chile is the subject of discussions between Statkraft and local indigenous groups, amid concerns about the project's social and environmental impact.
The Los Lagos hydroelectric project in Chile is the subject of discussions between Statkraft and local indigenous groups, amid concerns about the project's social and environmental impact.
The controlled opening of the Lagdo dam in Cameroon is causing concern in Nigeria, although hydrological authorities in both countries are tempering the risk of major flooding.
The controlled opening of the Lagdo dam in Cameroon is causing concern in Nigeria, although hydrological authorities in both countries are tempering the risk of major flooding.
The Scanlon and Blanchard dam modernization projects in Minnesota illustrate a key initiative to strengthen energy infrastructure. These efforts are aimed at improving the resilience and efficiency of hydroelectric facilities in the face of growing climate challenges.
The Scanlon and Blanchard dam modernization projects in Minnesota illustrate a key initiative to strengthen energy infrastructure. These efforts are aimed at improving the resilience and efficiency of hydroelectric facilities in the face of growing climate challenges.
Brazil's prolonged drought has drastically reduced soil moisture in the main hydroelectric basins, threatening energy production and increasing electricity costs, with economic and inflationary repercussions.
Brazil's prolonged drought has drastically reduced soil moisture in the main hydroelectric basins, threatening energy production and increasing electricity costs, with economic and inflationary repercussions.
Kyrgyzstan secures $13.6 million in financing from the World Bank to revise the feasibility study for the Kambarata-1 hydropower plant, a key energy project in Central Asia.
Kyrgyzstan secures $13.6 million in financing from the World Bank to revise the feasibility study for the Kambarata-1 hydropower plant, a key energy project in Central Asia.
BG Titan Group and BB Holding formalize an agreement to develop the 650 MW Tamakoshi 3 hydropower project in Nepal, marking a further step in the expansion of the country's energy infrastructure.
BG Titan Group and BB Holding formalize an agreement to develop the 650 MW Tamakoshi 3 hydropower project in Nepal, marking a further step in the expansion of the country's energy infrastructure.
Tajikistan re-commissions three modernized units at the Kayrakkum power plant, boosting its energy capacity and optimizing its hydroelectric infrastructure to reach 850 million kWh per year.
Tajikistan re-commissions three modernized units at the Kayrakkum power plant, boosting its energy capacity and optimizing its hydroelectric infrastructure to reach 850 million kWh per year.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, with its low-cost hydroelectricity, has become a center for cryptomining, attracting investment while fighting illegal drifts and corruption in its energy sector.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves a $21 million grant to upgrade the Golovnaya hydropower plant in Tajikistan, strengthening regional energy security.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves a $21 million grant to upgrade the Golovnaya hydropower plant in Tajikistan, strengthening regional energy security.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kazakhstan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) sign a strategic agreement to develop hydropower projects, targeting a total capacity of 600 MW. This agreement will mobilize private investment to transform Kazakhstan's energy sector.
Kazakhstan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) sign a strategic agreement to develop hydropower projects, targeting a total capacity of 600 MW. This agreement will mobilize private investment to transform Kazakhstan's energy sector.
TotalEnergies signs an agreement with Scatec, a Norwegian renewable energy company, to acquire 100% of **SN Power**, including interests in hydroelectric projects in Africa. This strategic transaction is designed to support the continent's energy transition.
TotalEnergies signs an agreement with Scatec, a Norwegian renewable energy company, to acquire 100% of **SN Power**, including interests in hydroelectric projects in Africa. This strategic transaction is designed to support the continent's energy transition.
Eco Wave Power, headed by Inna Braverman, wins the EDF Pulse 2024 award for its innovative wave energy technology, marking a significant advance in decentralized energy systems.
Eco Wave Power, headed by Inna Braverman, wins the EDF Pulse 2024 award for its innovative wave energy technology, marking a significant advance in decentralized energy systems.
Hydraulic dams up the Mekong exacerbate water and environmental crises in Vietnam's delta, highlighting cross-border energy issues.
Hydraulic dams up the Mekong exacerbate water and environmental crises in Vietnam's delta, highlighting cross-border energy issues.
Ocean Energy USA LLC installs a grid-scale hydrokinetic converter at the US Navy test site in Hawaii, marking a major breakthrough in marine energy technologies.
Ocean Energy USA LLC installs a grid-scale hydrokinetic converter at the US Navy test site in Hawaii, marking a major breakthrough in marine energy technologies.

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