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Koncar secures contracts for Swedish hydropower plants
Croatian electrical equipment manufacturer KON?AR Group has announced agreements with Swedish power company Sydkraft Hydropower and the Swedish subsidiary of Finland’s Fortum. These deals involve significant upgrades at the Balforsen and Hummelforsen hydropower plants.
Tunnel construction starts for Forbach pumped storage project
EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG hosted a ceremonial tunnel groundbreaking event late last month, signifying the official commencement of tunnel and mining work at the Forbach pumped storage project in Germany. The event, held at the Rudolf-Fettweis Plant, was attended by representatives from state and local governments, as well as the executing companies.
ADB and Kazakhstan partner to boost hydropower development
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has entered into a transaction advisory services agreement with the Government of Kazakhstan for its Hydropower Development Program. ADB will work with the government to conduct pre-feasibility studies, prepare auction documents, create a template power purchasing agreement, and attract competitive bids to draw in investors.
Construction progressing on Mohmand Dam project
Construction work is currently underway on all 14 sites of the Mohmand Dam project, Water and Power Development Authority has announced. Scheduled for completion in 2026-27, the dam will store 1.29 million acre-feet of water and generate 800MW of hydropower. Additionally, it will supply 300 million gallons per day of drinking water to Peshawar.
Scatec sells African hydropower assets to TotalEnergies
Scatec ASA has signed an agreement to sell its 51% stake in an African hydropower joint venture to TotalEnergies. This move aligns with Scatec’s strategy to focus on core markets and investments in solar, wind, and battery energy storage.
Elawan Energy to buy ACCIONA Energía’s Spanish hydro plants
ACCIONA Energía has agreed to sell its Spanish hydroelectric portfolio to Elawan Energy, a subsidiary of ORIX Corporation, for €287 million. The deal is expected to close by the end of the year, pending foreign direct investment approval.
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UK Government urged to invest in pumped storage hydropower
The British Hydropower Association (BHA) and Scottish Renewables are urging the UK Government to implement a ‘cap and floor’ mechanism to accelerate investment in long-duration electricity storage (LDES), including pumped storage hydropower (PSH). They have addressed a joint letter to Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ian Murray, Secretary of State for Scotland, and Jo Stevens, Secretary of State for Wales.
Scottish Water completes UK’s first mid-process hydropower project at Hamilton Waste Water Treatment Works
A new hydropower project at Hamilton Waste Water Treatment Works in South Lanarkshire has been completed by Scottish Water, marking the first of its kind in the UK.
BC Hydro commits $6 billion to dam safety and infrastructure upgrades in Southern Interior
BC Hydro is set to invest nearly $6 billion in capital projects across British Columbia’s southern Interior over the next decade. This investment aims to expand the electricity grid and upgrade infrastructure to ensure a continued and reliable supply of clean power across the region.
Harnessing the flow: interview with Gilbert Gilkes & Gordon
Exploring over a century of innovation, from lighting up the first home with hydropower to advancements in turbine design, Gilbert Gilkes and Gordon Ltd has been an integral player in the hydropower industry. In this exclusive interview, delve into the company’s rich history, recent accomplishments, and outlook for the future.
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