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Kleinschmidt continues support of Lewis Ridge pumped storage project for Rye Development

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:50:00 GMT

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Kleinschmidt Associates has announced its continued support and commitment to the Lewis Ridge Pumped Storage Project located in Bell County, Kentucky, in collaboration with owner Rye Development.

Brussels Hydropower Day 2024 highlights hydropower's role in clean energy transition

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:03:00 GMT

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The second edition of the Brussels Hydropower Day, organized by ETIP Hydropower, convened experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to delve into the crucial role of hydropower in spearheading the transition to clean energy. Held on 16th April 2024, this significant event, operating under the theme "The important role of hydropower as a catalyst in the clean and safe energy transition under uncertainties," took place within the ambit of the Sustainable Energy Days of the European Commission.

ACEN Australia's Phoenix pumped storage project advances with on-site geotechnical investigations

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:53:00 GMT

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ACEN Australia has announced a step forward for its proposed 800MW Phoenix Pumped Hydro project, with geotechnical investigations now actively underway on-site.

Privatization opportunity offered for Turkey’s Akköprü hydroelectric power plant

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:09:00 GMT

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Turkey’s Ministry of Treasury and Finance has unveiled the opportunity to acquire operational rights for the 115MW Akköprü hydroelectric power plant. The tender announcement was published in the Official Gazette under issue no. 32526 on April 24, 2024.

Hitachi Energy announces $1.5 billion investment to boost global transformer production by 2027

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:51:00 GMT

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In a bid to meet the surging global demand for transformers and bolster electrification efforts worldwide, Hitachi Energy unveiled plans to inject over $1.5 billion into ramping up its global transformer manufacturing capacity by 2027. This substantial investment aims to address the long-term needs of customers while creating over 4000 jobs across its expanding operations.

Tunnel breakthrough achieved at Tanahu hydropower project, Nepal

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:40:00 GMT

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A major milestone has been reached at the 140MW Tanahu hydropower project in Nepal with breakthrough of the 1.4km headrace tunnel achieved, meaning the project is now 50% complete.

Peel Ports to harness hydropower at QEII Dock, England

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:18:00 GMT

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Peel Ports Group, one of the UK's major port operators, has revealed plans to implement hydropower technology at its Queen Elizabeth II Dock in Eastham in England. This initiative aligns with Peel Ports' overarching goal to achieve net-zero status across its operations by 2040.

EIB funds hydropower and solar projects in Bhutan

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:21:00 GMT

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The European Investment Bank (EIB) has initiated its first-ever project in Bhutan, one of only three net carbon-negative nations worldwide. The project, supported by a 30-year loan of €150 million, focuses on enhancing Bhutan's renewable energy infrastructure, particularly through new solar photovoltaic and hydropower schemes under the EU’s Global Gateway initiative.

Rastolita hydropower project nears completion amid Ministerial visit

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:17:00 GMT

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Romania’s Minister of Environment, Waters and Forests, Mircea Fechet, led a thorough inspection of the nearing-completion Rastolita hydropower development site in Mures County in early April, underscoring the project's imminent contribution to the nation's renewable energy infrastructure.

US hydropower generation expected to rise by 6% in 2024 following last year's Lows

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:39:00 GMT

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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.