International Water Power & Dam Construction weekly newsletter 18/10/23

Arup and ILF join forces to enhance pumped storage projects in the UK

Arup and ILF Consulting Engineers have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening pumped storage projects in the UK. These projects include Coire Glas, Glenmuckloch, and up to 13 additional schemes in the pipeline: https://lnkd.in/em2mFkYu

Biden-Harris Administration unveils $38 million investment in US hydropower facilities

The Biden-Harris Administration, in line with President Biden's ambitious Investing in America agenda, has revealed an investment of over $38 million to bolster hydropower facilities across the US. This landmark initiative marks the most extensive single investment in the nation's waterpower production to date, with a focus on expanding access to affordable and clean electricity: https://lnkd.in/epKPvAsC

Queensland’s Borumba pumped storage project takes major leap forward as coordinated project

The Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) project in Queensland, funded at a substantial $14.2 billion, has achieved a pivotal status as a coordinated project. This designation signifies a crucial step forward in the project's progression towards fruition: https://lnkd.in/eQGnDgAD

Hydro-Québec inaugurates Romaine complex

Hydro Québec has celebrated the official inauguration of the 1550MW Romaine Complex, marking a significant milestone in Québec's energy evolution: https://lnkd.in/egUXHZK5

Statkraft CEO Christian Rynning-T?nnesen announces departure after 14-year stint

After nearly 14 years at the helm, Statkraft AS CEO Christian Rynning-T?nnesen has officially communicated his intention to step down. The announcement was made during a meeting with the company's Board of Directors. Although his departure date remains uncertain, Mr. Rynning-T?nnesen will continue to serve as President and CEO until further notice: https://lnkd.in/euRV62a2

KenGen's Gogo hydropower redevelopment project receives Cabinet green light

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen Kenya) has announced it has received the Cabinet's approval to proceed with the ambitious Gogo Hydropower Redevelopment Project: https://lnkd.in/eAmPin6J

SMEC wins contract for Wawa pumped storage project in the Philippines

SMEC has secured a major contract to provide owner's engineering services for the 500MW?Wawa Pumped Storage Project in the Philippines: https://lnkd.in/edUpUVQK

Wyangala Dam Wall Raising Project cancelled due to cost and environmental concerns

In a recent announcement by the Minister for Water, Rose Jackson, the New South Wales (NSW) Government in Australia has decided to abandon the Wyangala Dam Wall Raising Project, citing exorbitant construction costs and potential severe environmental consequences as the primary reasons for the cancellation: https://lnkd.in/eHv7TR6T

Drax Foundation extends support for underrepresented youth in engineering education

In a move aimed at fostering diversity and inclusivity in the field of engineering, the Drax Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the renewable energy company Drax Group, has announced a ￡15,000 donation towards the EngineeringUK Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) bursary. Through a matching contribution, the bursary's total worth is set to double to ￡30,000: https://lnkd.in/enWMNQxG

Spotlight on hydropower in Indonesia

This year’s World Hydropower Congress will be hosted by the Government of Indonesia, PLN and the International Hydropower Association (IHA), in Bali from the 31 October to the 2 November. IHA has given us the low-down on what to expect at the event and why Indonesia is the place to be for hydropower this October: https://lnkd.in/eBz_9bTJ