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Grand’Maison: Europe’s most powerful hydroelectric plant
The Grand'Maison hydroelectric dam, the most powerful in France, plays a crucial role in absorbing peaks in consumption and overproduction linked to the boom in intermittent renewable energies. Pumped storage power stations (PSTPs), like Grand'Maison, are becoming essential for storing electricity and supporting the growth of green energies, thus contributing to the flexibility and carbon neutrality of the energy system.
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Grand’Maison: Europe’s most powerful hydroelectric plant
The Grand'Maison hydroelectric dam, the most powerful in France, plays a crucial role in absorbing peaks in consumption and overproduction linked to the boom in intermittent renewable energies. Pumped storage power stations (PSTPs), like Grand'Maison, are becoming essential for storing electricity and supporting the growth of green energies, thus contributing to the flexibility and carbon neutrality of the energy system.
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France: A wave farm by 2030 in the Basque Country
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France: A wave farm by 2030 in the Basque Country
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France: the French government releases funds to support marine turbines
France invests 65 million euros in a pilot tidal turbine project to boost the tidal turbine industry and promote the decarbonization of its energy sector.
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France: the French government releases funds to support marine turbines
France invests 65 million euros in a pilot tidal turbine project to boost the tidal turbine industry and promote the decarbonization of its energy sector.
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Climate disrupts hydraulics in Austria
Austria, dependent on hydroelectricity, faces the challenges of global warming. In response to fluctuating precipitation and melting glaciers, a new storage power station is being built in the Kaprun mountains.
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Climate disrupts hydraulics in Austria
Austria, dependent on hydroelectricity, faces the challenges of global warming. In response to fluctuating precipitation and melting glaciers, a new storage power station is being built in the Kaprun mountains.
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CNOOC Limited Announces First Semi-Submersible Offshore Floating Wind Turbine
CNOOC Limited's success in connecting a deepwater floating wind project paves the way for the exploitation of offshore green resources and a transition to cleaner energy.
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CNOOC Limited Announces First Semi-Submersible Offshore Floating Wind Turbine
CNOOC Limited's success in connecting a deepwater floating wind project paves the way for the exploitation of offshore green resources and a transition to cleaner energy.
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EnBW invests in hydroelectricity and pumped storage in Forbach
EnBW has given the green light for the conversion and expansion of the Rudolf Fettweis hydroelectric power plant in the Northern Black Forest. This large-scale pumped-storage power plant project, costing 280 million euros, reinforces the capacity of renewable energy production and contributes to the stability of the electrical grid.
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EnBW invests in hydroelectricity and pumped storage in Forbach
EnBW has given the green light for the conversion and expansion of the Rudolf Fettweis hydroelectric power plant in the Northern Black Forest. This large-scale pumped-storage power plant project, costing 280 million euros, reinforces the capacity of renewable energy production and contributes to the stability of the electrical grid.
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Hydro Tasmania revives the historic village of Tarraleah
Tasmania Hydro is buying Tarraleah Estate to house workers at the hydroelectric plant being restructured. The historic village will be transformed to accommodate the Nation's Battery employees and support development plans to increase energy capacity by 30%.
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Hydro Tasmania revives the historic village of Tarraleah
Tasmania Hydro is buying Tarraleah Estate to house workers at the hydroelectric plant being restructured. The historic village will be transformed to accommodate the Nation's Battery employees and support development plans to increase energy capacity by 30%.
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Celsia sells production assets in Panama and Costa Rica to EnfraGen
Celsia is selling power generation assets in Panama and Costa Rica to Fontus Spain for $194 million to further its renewable energy strategy. EnfraGen, the buyer of the assets, will continue to expand its energy and infrastructure projects around the world.
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Celsia sells production assets in Panama and Costa Rica to EnfraGen
Celsia is selling power generation assets in Panama and Costa Rica to Fontus Spain for $194 million to further its renewable energy strategy. EnfraGen, the buyer of the assets, will continue to expand its energy and infrastructure projects around the world.
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Zambia: ZESCO commissions a 750 MW hydroelectric power plant
Zambia is celebrating the commissioning of the 750 MW Kafue Gorge Lower hydroelectric plant after months of construction. With an investment of $2 billion, this plant is crucial to the economic future of the region.
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Zambia: ZESCO commissions a 750 MW hydroelectric power plant
Zambia is celebrating the commissioning of the 750 MW Kafue Gorge Lower hydroelectric plant after months of construction. With an investment of $2 billion, this plant is crucial to the economic future of the region.
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DOE: Funding to Modernize Hydroelectric Power
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.
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DOE: Funding to Modernize Hydroelectric Power
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.
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France: a controversial hydroelectric power plant in Haute-Savoie
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.
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France: a controversial hydroelectric power plant in Haute-Savoie
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.
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Snowy 2.0: a crucial investment in Australia’s future
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.
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Snowy 2.0: a crucial investment in Australia’s future
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.
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GE Renewable Energy wins contract from PGE Energia Odnawianla S.A.
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.
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GE Renewable Energy wins contract from PGE Energia Odnawianla S.A.
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.
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Sun’R expands into hydroelectricity
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.
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Sun’R expands into hydroelectricity
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.
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ASDSO Report: Urgent need for investment in dam rehabilitation
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.
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ASDSO Report: Urgent need for investment in dam rehabilitation
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.
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Kemijoki Oy modernizes its hydroelectric plants
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.
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Kemijoki Oy modernizes its hydroelectric plants
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.
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Savannah Energy’s Bini Project: a clean energy source for northern Cameroon
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.
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Savannah Energy’s Bini Project: a clean energy source for northern Cameroon
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.
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J-POWER: Upgrade of the Suezawa power plant
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.
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J-POWER: Upgrade of the Suezawa power plant
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.
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Kakono hydroelectric project in Tanzania: $300 million from banks
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.
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Kakono hydroelectric project in Tanzania: $300 million from banks
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.
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Enel Green Power chooses repowering for its hydroelectric plants
Enel Green Power invests in modernizing and improving the performance of its hydroelectric plants to contribute to the energy transition and ensure the stability of the power grid. Through repowering, the company is renewing key components of its plants, improving water use and reducing environmental impact.
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Enel Green Power chooses repowering for its hydroelectric plants
Enel Green Power invests in modernizing and improving the performance of its hydroelectric plants to contribute to the energy transition and ensure the stability of the power grid. Through repowering, the company is renewing key components of its plants, improving water use and reducing environmental impact.
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Saudi Arabia finances dam project in Pakistan
Saudi Arabia is providing a $240 million loan to Pakistan for the Mohmand Dam project, which is expected to improve the country's energy security and water supply. The project will use renewable sources and will also support sustainable agricultural practices.
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Saudi Arabia finances dam project in Pakistan
Saudi Arabia is providing a $240 million loan to Pakistan for the Mohmand Dam project, which is expected to improve the country's energy security and water supply. The project will use renewable sources and will also support sustainable agricultural practices.
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DOE promotes hydropower for a sustainable future
The U.S. Department of Energy is launching a hydropower incentive program to upgrade and expand the nation's hydropower facilities.
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DOE promotes hydropower for a sustainable future
The U.S. Department of Energy is launching a hydropower incentive program to upgrade and expand the nation's hydropower facilities.
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IRENA Report: Hydropower increased by 2% in 2022
The share of renewable energy in global electricity generation continues to grow, according to the latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
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IRENA Report: Hydropower increased by 2% in 2022
The share of renewable energy in global electricity generation continues to grow, according to the latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
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Pamir Energy, a first global sustainable hydropower certification
Pamir Energy has obtained the world's first Hydropower Sustainability Standard certification for its Sebzor hydroelectric project.
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Pamir Energy, a first global sustainable hydropower certification
Pamir Energy has obtained the world's first Hydropower Sustainability Standard certification for its Sebzor hydroelectric project.
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New York State approves grants for 22 companies
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has approved economic subsidies for 22 companies, including Amazon and Micron, for a total investment of more than $20 billion and the creation of more than 8,000 jobs.
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New York State approves grants for 22 companies
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has approved economic subsidies for 22 companies, including Amazon and Micron, for a total investment of more than $20 billion and the creation of more than 8,000 jobs.
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France could produce 20% more hydroelectricity
France Hydro Electricité estimates that it is possible to produce 20% more electricity thanks to new hydraulic works, while STEP plants could allow to store the excess energy of renewable energies and contribute to compensate their intermittency.
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France could produce 20% more hydroelectricity
France Hydro Electricité estimates that it is possible to produce 20% more electricity thanks to new hydraulic works, while STEP plants could allow to store the excess energy of renewable energies and contribute to compensate their intermittency.
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