WEBINAR: Boosting Hydropower: Best Practices for Research with ReHydro, Store2Hydro and Renewat
On 18 September 2024, from 1:30PM to 3:00PM CET, the latest session in the “Boosting Hydropower: Best Practices for Research” webinar series will present recent advancements in hydropower technology. Organised under the ETIP HYDROPOWER project, this session will highlight three EU research projects. Featured Projects and Presenters: ReHydro: Mauro Carolli from SINTEF Energy Research will […]
ETIP HYDROPOWER Announces the winners of the summer postcard contest and wishes you a great summer holiday!
The ETIP HYDROPOWER team is announcing the winners of the Summer Postcard Contest. The contest, which aimed to capture the beauty and power of hydropower through photography, showcased the aesthetic beauty of hydropower. Winning Photographs: Martin Stoyanov – This breathtaking photograph captures the highest dam on the territory of Bulgaria and Balkan Peninsula, the Kalim Dam, […]
SOLAR-HYDRO 2024: Pioneering the Future of Renewable Energy in Juan-les-Pins Antibes
On April 22 and 23, the picturesque town of Juan-les-Pins Antibes hosted SOLAR-HYDRO 2024, an event dedicated to exploring the global potential and progress in solar-hydro power. The conference focused on critical areas such as safety, new technology, environmental aspects, and finance, attracting industry leaders and experts from around the world. ETIP HYDROPOWER, represented […]
Anton Schleiss (ICOLD) Highlights Hydropower’s Role in Energy Transition at 12th East Asian Dam Conference
Anton Schleiss, a key member of the ETIP HYDROPOWER Coordination team, was invited to deliver a one-hour keynote lecture at the 12th East Asian Dam Conference (EADC). This event was part of the International Symposium on Sustainable Development and Management of Dams and Reservoirs for Future Generations, held on June 3rd, 2024, in Nagoya, Japan. […]
ETIP HYDROPOWER Attended EUSEW Energy Fair Last Week
ETIP HYDROPOWER participated in the European Sustainable Energy Week ( EUSEW) 2024. The event, which took place at the Charlemagne building, brought together experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to discuss and showcase innovations driving Europe’s transition toward sustainable energy sources. At their stand (C-24), ETIP HYDROPOWER collaborated with other influential organizations, including the International Hydropower Association […]
ETIP HYDROPOWER Announces Virtual Postcard Summer Edition
ETIP HYDROPOWER is pleased to announce the launch of the Virtual Postcard Summer Edition, inviting all stakeholders to participate in a photography initiative celebrating the synergy between hydropower facilities and their natural environments. This edition focuses on capturing the beauty, power, and sustainability of hydropower as it integrates seamlessly with the landscapes, highlighting the theme […]
Call for Expert Applications: Development of Safety Directive for Water Retaining Facilities with Appurtenant Installations
The Swiss Federal Government oversees the construction and modification of large water retaining facilities (WRFA, SR 721.101). Any changes to these facilities, including dams, reservoirs, and safety-relevant auxiliary installations, require planning approval to ensure technical safety (WRFA art. 6). This extends to modifications from appurtenant installations like floating photovoltaic platforms, heliports, wind turbines, etc. The […]
ETIP HYDROPOWER Prepares for the European Sustainable Energy Week 2024 Energy Fair
The countdown begins for one of the most anticipated events in the sustainable energy sector, the European Sustainable Energy Week #EUSEW2024 Energy Fair. Set to take place from June 11th to the 13th, the fair will open its doors at the Charlemagne building and you could find ETIP HYDROPOWER at the ground floor, stand C-24. […]
ETIP HYDROPOWER at the #EUGreenWeek Conference
ETIP HYDROPOWER actively engaged at the recent #EUGreenWeek Conference. As a key figure in the hydropower sector and a proud contributor to the #WaterWiseEU campaign, we recognize the critical role hydropower can play in tackling pressing water challenges like floods and water scarcity. From the session “Water resilient EU – Key challenges, definition and vision”, […]
Denis Aelbrecht and Anton J. Schleiss Honored Among the 75 Most Influential People in Hydropower
The “75 Most Influential People in Hydropower” list has been released by International Water Power & Dam Construction. This list recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to hydropower development, and from ETIP HYDROPOWER we want to acknowledge the work of all those featured on the list. The list includes Denis Aelbrecht, Head of Technology […]