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Check out our article on Liv Randi Hultgreen of RenewHydro making hydro's future in Norway and beyond from our October issue. In a country where more than 90 percent of the electric energy comes from hydropower, where does the potential for further development lie? Liv Randi Hultgreen, the executive director of RenewHydro, the Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet (NTNU) (Norwegian Research Centre for Renewal of Hydropower), talks with Hydro Leader about that question. The center, which is partly funded by the industry and the Norwegian Research Council, is focusing on how to develop and operate aging hydropower plants more flexibly so they can better support intermittent renewables. Ms. Hultgreen also talks about Norway’s vast reservoir storage capacity, the country’s potential to sell power to other European nations, and the center’s ongoingcollaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy. https://bit.ly/4owNCX2 #HydroLeader #Hydropower #Hydro #Hydroelectricity #RenewHydro

I am excited to participate in the small hydropower panel next week at Clean Currents, the annual meeting for the Hydropower Industry. The need for low-cost renewable energy is pressing, and hydropower serves as a crucial and accessible resource to meet this demand. Learn how innovation in small hydropower can bring safe, reliable, low cost capacity on line quickly to keep up with this surge in the demand for power. Join us to explore how innovation in hydropower is tackling the critical need for more affordable, green power. The panel will be led by the one and only Sarah Hill-Nelson, ensuring an engaging and dynamic discussion. #waterispower #hydropower #nationalhydropowerassociation

We are excited to introduce our new technology Tension Buoy Floating solar and hydro power hybridisation unlocks hundreds of GW opportunities for clean energy globally, but fluctuating water levels have long posed a challenge for maintaining stable, efficient installations. Tension Buoy addresses this challenge by automatically adjusting mooring lines to maintain optimal tension, ensuring floating solar systems remain secure and productive in reservoirs and hydro dams. This adaptive technology enables operators to unlock renewable energy potential in environments previously considered too dynamic or challenging. On the 22-24th of October, we’ll be showcasing Tension Buoy at Hydro 2025, Thessaloniki. Visit us at stand 164, Pavilion 6 to explore how this solution is unlocking the potential for solar at hydro dams. Learn more about Tension Buoy here: https://lnkd.in/dY7rvede Read the full launching article here: https://lnkd.in/di2WxWrV #HydroPower #FloatingSolar #RenewableEnergy #TechnologyAnnouncement #HydroDam #HydroReservoir Aqua~Media International Ltd (The International Journal on Hydropower & Dams)

🌊💼 Hydropower Contract 💼🌊 📣 We are excited to announce the shipment of our generator for a new hydroelectric project in Spain by Iberdrola! We have shipped a 1.3 MW Gamesa Electric synchronous generator for the Santiago Urumea hydroelectric plant in Hernani, Basque Country. This plant, generating electricity from a 19.55-meter-high waterfall, has been in operation since 1900. ♻️ This project is part of the Circular Repowering Programme, which focuses on the technological and environmental renewal of mini-hydro plants. It is supported by the Recovery, Transformation, and Resilience Plan, funded by the European Union – Next Generation EU. We are proud to contribute to improving the sustainability and efficiency of hydropower plants, helping shape the future of clean energy. 🌍 #EnergyTransition #Hydropower #Repowering #GamesaElectric #ShapingNewEnergy #Spain

⚡ Missed our latest SANCOLD YPF Webinar? The recording is now available! 🎥 💧 Introduction to Hydropower: Foundations and Principles of Harnessing Water Energy 📢 Presented by Reginald Barry and Rudolf van Wyk from Zutari, this session covered the fundamentals of hydropower engineering and explored how water can be sustainably harnessed as a reliable source of renewable energy. A great resource for professionals, students, and anyone interested in the future of water–energy systems in Southern Africa and beyond. 👉 Watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/dTzN72MH #SANCOLD #YPF #Hydropower #RenewableEnergy #WaterEngineering #Sustainability #DamEngineering #Dams

GLOBAL HYDROPOWER DAY 2025 Today, October 11, is a day to celebrate the role of hydropower as a vital, clean energy source that provides sustainable electricity, helps manage water resources, and supports communities worldwide. It's an opportunity to recognize the hydropower industry's contributions to a net-zero future and its important role alongside other renewable energy sources like solar and wind. • Sustainable energy:  Hydropower is the oldest form of renewable energy and provides reliable electricity to millions of homes and businesses. It can also be used to store energy from intermittent sources like wind and solar. • Community and economic benefits:  Beyond electricity, hydropower projects create jobs, support regional economies, and provide flood control and water supply benefits for local populations. • Global impact:  The day highlights the importance of hydropower both globally and locally, with organizations like the International Hydropower Association (IHA) and the National Hydropower Association (NHA) leading celebrations and sharing success stories. • Innovation:  The industry is constantly innovating with new technologies like tidal and wave power, and by improving existing facilities to increase efficiency and capacity. This Year's Theme, "Energy Synergy: Connecting Generation, Infrastructure, and Consumption for a Sustainable Future," emphasizes the importance of seamless integration across the energy ecosystem. Happy Global Hydropower Day! https://www.leksenergy.com #globalhydropowerday #usa #uk #renewableenergy #unitedstates #us #socialmedia #europe #norway #hydropower #linkedin #solar

💧💦Water is life and one of the world’s oldest renewable sources. Hydropower provides 100% green home-grown electricity and can be adapted to store energy like a huge battery 🔋. Iberdrola's commitment to hydroelectric technology is an indisputable part of our history, dating back to the very origins of the company. #GlobalHydropowerDay #WithHydropower

💧 Hydropower: the forgotten giant of the energy world Dr Fatih Birol, President of the International Energy Agency (IEA), recently highlighted how hydropower remains the third-largest source of global electricity generation, yet often receives far less attention than it deserves. In his article, Birol notes that hydropower offers huge potential to provide flexibility and on-demand energy storage, with pumped-storage hydropower (PSH) currently delivering 30× more storage capacity than all chemical batteries combined. While he calls for hydropower to be moved up the global energy agenda, it’s clear that innovation and scaling will be essential to meet growing demand. At RheEnergise, our High-Density Hydro solution is designed to do just that: unlocking hundreds of thousands of new, lower-cost PSH sites worldwide and helping hydropower realise its full potential in the clean energy transition. Read Dr Birol’s full article here: 🔗https://lnkd.in/eew7zTBK #Hydropower #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #RheEnergise #Innovation #Sustainability

💧⚡ Europe’s cornerstone for flexibility and storage As Europe transitions to a clean and secure power system, hydropower stands out as a technology with unmatched potential for providing flexible generation and large-scale storage 📈 Europe’s daily flexibility needs will more than double by 2030 and increase sevenfold by 2050, reaching over 900 TWh/year and more than 2,000 TWh/year across all timescales. We are proud to have contributed to ETIP HYDROPOWER’s new White Paper which highlights the essential role of hydropower in balancing the growing share of renewable energy sources, ensuring grid stability and securing the long-term supply of energy. 📖 Inside you’ll find: ✔️ How hydropower provides flexibility across short-, medium- and long-term timeframes ✔️ Case studies of pumped storage hydropower on a large scale ✔️ Recommendations to unlock hydropower’s full potential — from R&D&I to fair remuneration and streamlined permitting   👉 Download the White Paper: https://lnkd.in/eBV5jW6j 👉 Register to attend the webinar launch this week: https://lnkd.in/dfmzDGpm #WithHydropower #Flexibility #Storage

Hydropower remains the "forgotten giant of electricity", according to Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency (IEA). Despite generating ~4,500 TWh last year, around 14% of global electricity (similar to all solar and wind combined), this great resource remains an afterthought in policy and investment. Something has to change… 1. Governments need to make financing more accessible to modernise older plants. 2. We need smooth permitting processes to avoid construction delays. 3. Countries must invest in making hydropower infrastructure resilient. 4. Robust environmental standards and measures are key to sustainable expansion. At SeaPattern, we are on a mission to untap the true potential of hydropower by upgrading what already exists. Our integrated solution leverages floating turbines to unlock 7–10% more capacity from existing plants, improving flexibility and resilience without new dams or investment in heavy infrastructure. Find the full article on turning this "forgotten giant" into a frontline climate and energy‑security asset ↓ https://lnkd.in/dDpTV5Sb #Hydropower #EnergyTransition #GridResilience #CleanEnergy #SeaPattern