Thank You to Over 100 Participants for Joining Our Webinar!
ETIP HYDROPOWER hosted a webinar, “Boosting Hydropower with Good Practices for Research,” showcasing advancements in the hydropower field. The event brought together key players and highlighted promising initiatives leveraging digital solutions to enhance hydropower efficiency and sustainability. Emanuele Quaranta from the European Commission provided an overview of current hydropower research activities, mentioning that the European […]
ICOLD European Club Establishes
In an effort to highlight the vital role of dams and reservoirs in Europe’s economic, social, and environmental landscape, the ICOLD European Club has inaugurated the inaugural “Dam Day – Reservoirs for Europe” celebrations. This initiative, supported by members of the ICOLD European National Committee, aims to underscore the myriad benefits of dams and reservoirs […]
WEBINAR: Boosting hydropower with good practices for research
Get ready for the upcoming webinar featuring three newly EU-funded projects along with ETIP Hydropower next 21 May 2024 (13:30 – 15:00 CET)! Europe has significant hydropower potential due to its diverse altitude landscape and surrounding seas. However, only a small fraction (13.8%) of the EU’s net electricity generation comes from hydropower plants. This low […]
BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2024 – Catalysing Clean Energy Transition
ETIP HYDROPOWER organised the second edition of the Brussels Hydropower Day last 16th April 2024 discussing opportunities and barriers affecting hydropower development in the framework of the energy transition considering uncertainties regarding the energy crisis, climate change and the market, as well as regulatory conditions. ETIP HYDROPOWER successfully organised the 2nd edition of the annual […]
IHA’s blog on Drought Management
The International Hydropower Association (IHA) recently released a blog titled “Drought Management: The Functions of Hydropower.” While climate change projections suggest increased risks for hydropower as temperatures rise, the blog emphasizes the unique role hydropower infrastructure can play in mitigating drought impacts. According to the IHA, even though droughts can affect hydropower generation, reservoirs associated […]
EERA is celebrating the 2nd ESI CONFERENCE
Join the European Energy Research Alliance (EERA) at the 2nd ‘Research Meets Policy Conference’ on April 9th in Brussels! This exciting event will focus on the latest advancements in wind energy and the societal implications of the energy transition, focusing on the rapid development of wind energy in the North Sea and exploring the interplay […]
RECOMMENDATIONS TOWARDS THE DEPLOYMENT OF HYDROPOWER FLEXIBILITY TECHNOLOGIES
In a stride towards enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of hydropower systems, a consortium led by members of the International Hydropower Association (IHA) has finalized a pivotal publication titled “Recommendations Towards the Deployment of Hydropower Flexibility Technologies” as part of the XFLEX HYDRO project. The XFLEX HYDRO project is also an European Union Horizon 2020 […]
Participate in the IEA Hydro & IHA Joint Project Survey!
Dear hydropower operators, We are excited to invite you to participate in the joint survey conducted by the IEA Hydro & IHA joint project. This survey focuses on the operation of hydropower and its crucial role in water resource management. Your expertise is highly valued, and we are eager to hear your insights for helping shape […]
WEBINAR: The future of renewable energy storage in the seas (ALPHEUS project)
Thursday, March 14th, 2024, 2pm (CET). Discover how sustainable energy storage is revolutionizing the renewable energy landscape. With wind and solar energy relying heavily on weather conditions, it’s essential to explore innovative solutions for storing this renewable power. Introducing the live webinar, “Exploring the Future of Renewable Energy Storage in the Seas,” where we’ll delve into the […]
A RESEARCH IMPERATIVE IN THE FUTURE OF HYDROPOWER
In response to the European Commission’s Calls for enhanced flexibility, storage, and environmental sustainability, ETIP Hydropower is paving the way for the transformation of the energy landscape For more than a century, hydropower has served as a reliable and clean energy provider, harnessing the power of water to generate electricity. Its historical significance and […]