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The September issue of Hydro Leader is here! Hydropower is sometimes thought of as an energy source of the past: a “forgotten giant,” as one of this month’s interviewees puts it. But as the penetration of wind and solar generation increases, more energy storage and more firm and dispatchable carbon-free energy will be needed, things that hydropower is well suited to provide. This month’s stories cover large pumped storage hydro projects as well as nimble modular and ocean-based power systems—all of which will help make up the future of hydro. For this month’s cover story, we sit down with National Hydropower Association Board Chair Mike Haynes, who is also the interim general manager of Seattle City Light, to talk about his work at the association and about its upcoming Clean Currents conference, which will take place October 10–13 in Cincinnati. https://bit.ly/45yAN5k #CleanCurrents2023 #HydroPowerConference #RenewableEnergyLeaders #GreenEnergySummit #CleanEnergyInnovation #HydroLeaderSeptember #SustainablePower #CleanCurrentsPreview #HydropowerInFocus #SeptemberCoverStory

📈 Governmental and intergovernmental institutions have pushed for higher renewable integration and called for investments in flexibility technology, a faster response to changes in power demand and generation, and the reimagined electricity systems that come with it. But for those on the ground, the question remains: will the chase for #flexibility be worth it? Join the conversation on Friday 22 September, register at: https://lnkd.in/dF9fedw8 Check the time in your time zone: https://lnkd.in/dwFH439d Against the backdrop of XFLEX HYDRO, the research and innovation consortium tackling hydropower flexibility in Europe, this new instalment of Next Generation Hydro will lay out the questions and answers that researcher and operators have been grappling with. How far can hydropower go to provide grid stability services and flexibility to the system? What should operators consider when planning for the future? This event will present findings from recent research as well as operators’ insights into investment decisions. With: Berto Campinho Martins, Director Electricity Markets (EDP), Quentin Boucher. Senior Electricity Market Specialist (SuperGrid Institute), Mo Cloonan, Principal Project Manager Net Zero Markets (EPRI Europe) and Matteo Bianciotto (IHA) Register today and join the conversation to reimagine power systems. 

Last week was an important one for GE Vernova as we prepare to spin off in early April. We filed our Form 10 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, disclosing relevant information for investors and #customers, including business strategy and historical financial information. We also confirmed investment grade credit ratings by S&P and Fitch. At #HydroPower, with our large installed base of 350 GW, we are ready to play our part in #electrifying and #decarbonizing the world, as part of the new #Power segment. Hydropower will remain the largest source of #renewable generation for many years to come; it’s reliable, dispatchable, affordable, and supports further deployment of technologies like wind and solar thanks to #HydroStorage. Hydropower has #TheEnergyToChangeTheWorld! #FutureOfEnergy GE Power

Join us as we explore the importance of hydropower in our current energy landscape and the need for careful consideration when discussing its future. Discover how hydropower provides a stable source of clean energy while minimizing environmental impacts, and the role it plays in balancing the fluctuations of renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Learn about the efforts to address the negative impacts of hydropower through modern technologies and practices, and how it remains a critical component of the changing energy grid. Find out how we can balance environmental concerns with energy needs through collaboration and sustainable solutions, ensuring hydropower continues to play a vital role in our transition to a more sustainable energy future. #hydropower #cleanenergy #sustainability https://lnkd.in/eAcM4EnC #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #GreenTech #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyInnovation

Today, let’s celebrate the many benefits that #hydropower provides to the world. #HydroDay offers an opportunity to dive into how these critical assets continue to provide energy that is clean, #renewable, and reliable. EPRI collaborates with the hydropower industry to facilitate knowledge sharing and roadmap development to inform stakeholders through the #energytransition. Download our recent roadmap focused on the hydropower material research for owners and operators in the #energy sector. Read more: https://ow.ly/KWTp50PCUEP

Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released a $9.5 million funding opportunity to increase #hydropower's flexibility, allowing to better balance the variability of wind and solar on the increasingly #renewable grid. The opportunity will fund projects in three topic areas: - Up to $4 million for projects that demonstrate hydropower hybrid configurations, such as a hydropower facility paired with another type of generation or with an energy storage resource. - Up to $4 million for projects that advance technology innovations to improve the flexible capabilities of the U.S. hydropower fleet. - Up to $1.5 million for projects that quantify the flexible capabilities of hydropower and advance operational strategies to increase such flexibility to better serve an evolving electric grid Between four and seven awards are anticipated, and applicants must submit a concept paper by January 18, 2024. For more information, read the announcement here: https://bit.ly/47iA0GG

Join us on June 27th from 1 - 2PM CDT for our upcoming webinar on Hydropower, part of our Power Generation webinar series! This session will cover the essentials of hydropower, starting with the ‘What, Why, and Where,’ to provide a foundational understanding of this renewable energy source. We’ll explore the historical origins of using water for power and the general principles that govern this technology. Gain insights into the various classifications of hydropower systems and take a virtual tour of a hydro plant’s anatomy, including civil works and key components like turbines and generators. Learn also about operational and maintenance considerations to ensure you’re aware of the practical aspects of running a hydropower facility. Whether you’re an industry professional or an enthusiast, this webinar will enhance your understanding of the role and complexity of hydropower in our energy landscape. This webinar will be presented by Jean-Francois Corbeil, Principal Consultant, Power Generation. Reserve your spot for this free webinar HERE: https://lnkd.in/e_iv5hNN #HydropowerWebinar #PowerGeneration

Today is #NationalHydropowerDay! To celebrate and recognize the important role hydropower plays in a clean/ renewable energy landscape, we're taking you back to the basics with Science 101: Hydropower. Argonne's Vladimir Koritarov and Quentin Ploussard describe how water is used to generate and store electricity and support other renewable energy sources. Science 101: Hydropower - https://bit.ly/3yrvaXR Science 101: What is Hydropower? infographic - https://bit.ly/3sr0MNC

Check out our article on Greg Stark of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory: tracking hydro’s changing role on the grid from our September issue. Greg Stark is the hydropower technical lead at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and was a key architect in the development of the U.S. Department of Energy’s HydroWIRES initiative. In this interview, he tells us about his work helping to model and understand the changing role of hydropower in an increasingly high-renewable grid. https://bit.ly/45yAN5k #HydroPower #GridIntegration #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #GridResilience #EnergyGrid #HydroelectricPower #EnergyInnovation

Excellent. The fact that it can perform the longest duration storage and it does not need replacing for over 100 years should be promoted more. For smaller sites without mountains watch RheEnergise pumping liquid heavier than concrete up mere hills, out of sight. Pumped hydro reinvented and other options are covered in reports at www.zharresearch.com.