International Water Power & Dam Construction weekly newsletter 30/11/23
International Water Power & Dam Construction
IWP&DC provides technical insight behind the news headlines for the global dam construction and hydropower industry
Australia’s largest weir Since World War 2, Rookwood Weir, completes construction
In a significant milestone for Australia's water infrastructure, the construction of the Rookwood Weir, the country's largest since World War 2, has been successfully completed.
Capacity of hydropower plants in Central Asia set for 8900MW increase by 2035, suggests EDB’s Nikolai Podguzov
Nikolai Podguzov, Chairman of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) Management Board, has suggested that the capacity of hydroelectric power plants in Central Asia is set to surge by 8900MW by 2035. Speaking at the recent World Hydropower Congress in Bali, he said this comes as Central Asia braces for a prolonged water scarcity crisis between 2028 and 2029.
WaterNSW supporting regional towns to improve dam safety
WaterNSW has unveiled its Town Water Risk Reduction Program (TWRRP), a collaborative initiative with local councils and water utilities. The program is designed to address challenges faced by regional water utilities, focusing on source water quality for towns and the safety of dams.
Drax Foundation boosts STEM education and community initiatives with near ￡1 million donation
The Drax Foundation, the charitable arm of renewable energy giant Drax Group , has?donated ￡932,000 to 20 non-profit organizations operating in the UK and North America in support of STEM education and community projects.
Andritz secures contract to equip Ebensee pumped storage plant, Austria
ANDRITZ has been commissioned by Upper Austrian utility Energie AG O? to provide electromechanical equipment for the Ebensee pumped storage power plant.
Volvo Excavators and CareTrack Support drive success for Nam Cum hydropower project in Vietnam
The Nam Cum Hydropower Project in Lai Chau Province, Northwest Vietnam, has successfully commenced operations, with three Volvo Construction Equipment EC210D excavators playing a key role in the project.
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GE Vernova to upgrade two turbine and generator units at Cushman II hydropower plant
GE Vernova 's Hydro Power business has been tasked with upgrading the Cushman II hydropower plant by Tacoma Power . The project focuses on the refurbishment of two turbine and generator units, each boasting a capacity of 27 MW/33 MVA, out of the three currently operational at the site.
IGHEM gears up for biennial conference
The International Group for Hydraulic Efficiency Measurement (IGHEM) is set to host its highly anticipated biennial conference at the prestigious University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. Save the dates – August 12-14, 2024 – for a deep dive into the latest advancements and discussions surrounding hydraulic efficiency measurement in hydropower plants.
Rowallan power station undergoes $30 million transformation
Hydro Tasmania has announced that the Rowallan Power Station in north west Tasmania is set to undergo a comprehensive $30 million refurbishment, ensuring its continued operation for at least three more decades.
SMEC appoints senior hires for new UK headquarters
SMEC has appointed two key senior hires to drive its UK Water, Dams and Hydropower division in London. Brian Darling joins as Chief Technical Principal and Emily Archibald as an Associate Engineer, both bringing a wealth of experience to SMEC at a time of increased industry momentum in the renewables landscape.
WAPDA projects double hydropower capacity and increase water storage to 45 days
The completion of eight under-construction water and hydropower projects by the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) is set to elevate Pakistan's water security and energy landscape. The completion of these projects will extend the country's carry-over water capacity from 30 days to 45 days, marking an addition of 9.7 million acre-feet (MAF) in water storage. Simultaneously, WAPDA's hydropower generation is poised to double, reaching over 18,000MW with an increase of 9043MW.
Federal Court orders $119 million judgment against former Edenville Dam owner, operator
The US District Court for the Western District of Michigan issued a substantial monetary judgment of $119,825,000 against Lee Mueller, the former owner and operator of the Edenville Dam, for his role in the 2020 catastrophic dam failure. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel made the announcement following the court's decision, emphasizing the significance of holding accountable those responsible for endangering public safety and infrastructure.