This page is dedicated to small hydropower activities & projects of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Small hydropower (SHP) is an integral part of a broader UNIDO strategy towards sustainable industrial development and the transition to a clean energy future. UNIDO is a strong advocate of small hydropower since this renewable energy technology provides access to clean and cost-efficient energy, and helps reduce CO2 emissions, achieve greater energy independence and improve the living standards of local communities. SHP contributes to mitigating climate change and reducing poverty.
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Small hydropower steering progress and development across Nigeria🇳🇬… UNIDO and the Delegation of the European Union to Nigeria and ECOWAS are unlocking these opportunities. Care to be a part in 2025?
#2024inReview: Powering progress: How the EU and Gombe State are working towards lighting up communities with small hydropower under the Global Gateway initiative. #GlobalGateway #EUinNigeria
🌟 Season's Greetings from the UNIDO Small Hydropower Team! 🌊 As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners, colleagues, and supporters worldwide. Together, we have made significant strides in advancing sustainable energy solutions through small hydropower projects, fostering resilience, and supporting communities globally. 2024 has been a year of impactful collaboration, inspiring innovations, and meaningful progress toward a greener and more sustainable future. We are proud to have worked alongside dedicated individuals and organizations committed to expanding renewable energy access and strengthening climate resilience. 🔧 Key Highlights from 2024: 🌿 Expansion of small hydropower initiatives supporting the Water-Energy-Food Nexus. 🤝 Strengthened partnerships with international organizations, governments, and local communities. 📚 Enhanced technical training and capacity-building programs across regions. 🌍 Promotion of sustainable energy solutions in developing countries through innovative SHP projects. Looking ahead, we remain committed to driving impactful projects and fostering partnerships that accelerate the global energy transition while uplifting communities and protecting our planet. ✨ Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous, sustainable New Year! 🎄 With gratitude and warm wishes, The UNIDO Small Hydropower Team #SeasonGreetings #SustainableEnergy #SmallHydropower #UNIDO #RenewableEnergy #ClimateResilience #GlobalPartnerships
🌟 Building Capacity for Burundi’s Energy Future 🌟 We are proud to share the successful completion of the Capacity Building Training on Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Feed-in Tariff Setting & Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), held November 5-7, 2024, in Bujumbura, Burundi. This impactful initiative was jointly organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and Direction Générale de l’Energie (DGE), Burundi, under the framework of the Promotion of Small Hydro Power (SHP) for productive use and energy services in Burundi project (https://lnkd.in/gkBaUxD8). Training in Numbers: 👥 Participants: 36 professionals, including 11 women, from government, public institutions, and private sector organizations. Attendees were equipped with tools to develop, negotiate, and manage energy projects effectively. Key Training Objectives: 1️⃣ Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs): Understanding essential legal, commercial, and environmental aspects of PPAs Mitigating risks and managing stakeholder relationships Mastering negotiation and implementation strategies 2️⃣ Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Grasping the concept and development role of PPPs Evaluating policies, legal frameworks, and model contracts Guiding participants on preparation and implementation The training provided a blend of global insights, Sub-Saharan best practices, and specific contextual lessons for Burundi. 📢 Trainer: Dominique Savio Barahira, an experienced energy consultant from Rwanda, delivered high-quality sessions tailored to regional needs. Why This Training Matters: By enhancing the capacity of government officials and energy stakeholders, this training supports Burundi’s efforts to strengthen its energy infrastructure, create cost-reflective tariffs, and foster sustainable partnerships for energy development. What’s Next? As the Promotion of Small Hydropower (SHP) project concludes in June 2025, the focus will shift to: -Providing follow-up assistance to participants for the practical implementation of their knowledge. -Exploring opportunities for continued capacity building and new initiatives to expand Burundi’s energy sector. 💡 This marks a crucial step toward a sustainable and inclusive energy future for Burundi. Let’s keep the momentum going! #SustainableEnergy #SmallHydropower #CapacityBuilding #PPAs #PPPs #EnergyTransition #UNIDO #Burundi #RenewableEnergy Maria Grineva Heng LIU Sanja Komadina Eva Kremere Alvin Tepo Togba Petra Schwager Kolade Esan, PMP® Nestor Bikorimana
UNIDO is proud to be part of the Technical Working Group for the AU-AIP Green Climate Fund Multi-Country Readiness Support Programme launched at COP29. This initiative is a transformative step towards enhancing water and climate resilience across Africa, supporting AU Member States in accessing climate finance and implementing their Nationally Determined Contributions and Adaptation Plans. Together, we are building a more resilient and sustainable future. #UNIDO #COP29 #ClimateResilience #WaterSecurity #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateFinance #Africa
Yesterday at COP29 Azerbaijan, the African Union Commission and AIP Partners formally launched the AU-AIP Green Climate Fund Multi-Country Readiness Support Programme, which will accelerate #water and #climateresilience investments in Africa through the AIP. Said AUC Director of the Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment Harsen Nyambe: "The AUC took the initiative to develop the programme as part of supporting AU Member States to strengthen their capacities in accessing climate finance to take climate actions in implementing their Nationally Determined Contributions and National Adaptation Plans." The 15 countries covered by the first phase are: Burundi, Central African Republic, Chad, Eswatini, Ghana, Guinea, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Republic of Congo, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Tunisia, and Zambia. The AUC has already called for a 2nd phase of the multi-country initiative and 20 countries have expressed interest! Thank you to all AU Member States and AIP partners who supported this successful event 🙏 #COP29 #Africa #mindthegap #investinwater #water #SDG6 Alex Simalabwi Kidanemariam Tiruneh Anjali Lohani @Sarra Dr. Amgad Elmahdi Billy Katontoka Pierre LAMAH Boris Bemokolo Ibrahim Alosh Global Water Partnership Global Water Partnership Southern Africa ahmed eldaw Global Water Partnership-West Africa Global Water Partnership, Central Africa (GWP-CAf) Global Water Partnership-Mediterranean (GWP-Med)
Thrilled to see the critical role of small hydropower highlighted at COP29 in discussions on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus and climate adaptation. Representing UNIDO, Eva Kremere emphasized how SHP contributes to resilience, energy access, and sustainable development. Together, we’re championing SHP as a key tool in addressing global challenges. #UNIDO #SmallHydropower #COP29 #ClimateAction #Sustainability International Hydropower Association (IHA)
Corporate Head- Environment Health Safety and Sustainability (EHS&S) at Avaada Group
Harnessing the Power of Water: Key Insights from COP29 Attended the session on "Hydropower and the Water-Energy-Climate Nexus" at the SDG Pavilion. It emphasized the growing interdependence of water and energy resources, innovative hydropower solutions, and the need for climate-resilient infrastructure. Key themes included collaborative governance, robust policies, and technologies driving sustainable development and climate action. This session reinforced the interconnectedness of water, energy, and climate, and the imperative to adopt sustainable practices that benefit both people and the planet. #Sustainability #Hydropower #WaterEnergyNexus #ClimateAction #COP29 #SDGs #GreenEnergy Avaada Group #EHS #climatechange #renewableenergy #cleanenergy #sustainabledevelopment #Environment #ESG @International Hydropower Association Eddie Rich
We are honored to be part of the steering committee. Pumped storage has a great potential!
🌍🚀Today, the Global Alliance for Pumped Storage (GAPS) launches with support from over 30 governments and international agencies to secure our future energy needs. The IHA united leaders from nations like Indonesia, the United States, Spain, Romania, and Brazil to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the renewable transition: energy storage. Through GAPS, these countries are advancing pumped storage hydropower (PSH) as the essential backbone of clean energy resilience, enabling us to support large-scale wind and solar integration. Today’s gathering establishes an intergovernmental leadership group, dedicated to promoting, scaling, and optimising PSH worldwide. This group will drive the agenda for the upcoming International Forum on Pumped Storage Hydropower in Paris on 9-10 September 2025. Together, they’re setting the stage for a decade of accelerated pumped storage development. 🔋 GAPS represents more than an alliance; it’s a global commitment to energy security, stability, and a sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/eriEn7qM #WithHydropower #3xRenewables #COP29 #NowDeliverChange Global Renewables Alliance (GRA)
Join us tomorrow!
🌍 Join us at COP29 for an insightful event on Small Hydropower Innovations! We're excited to invite you to the session on "Innovations in Small Hydropower to Achieve the SDGs" on November 16th, 2024, from 13:15-14:15 at the UNIDO Pavilion, Blue Zone, Baku, Azerbaijan. 🌱💧🔋 This event will explore groundbreaking advancements in small hydropower (SHP) technologies, discussing digital tools, hybrid solutions, and SHP's potential role in low-emission hydrogen production. Discover how SHP innovations contribute to SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 8 (Economic Growth). 📅 Session Highlights: -Opening Remarks by Ciyong ZOU, UNIDO -Keynote by our Moderator, Eva Kremere, on the importance of SHP in achieving the SDGs. -Presentations by industry leaders including Asami Miketa (IRENA), Petra Schwager (UNIDO), Ciro Taranto (Hydrogrid), Debbie Gray (IHA), and a special recorded message from Xiaobo HU (ICSHP). -Closing Remarks by Heng LIU, UNIDO Join us as we discuss the future of SHP and its role in sustainable development! 🌍 Let's revive hydropower as a green technology and work together towards a sustainable future. #COP29 #Hydropower #SustainableDevelopment #UNIDO #IRENA #IHA #ICSHP #Hydrogrid #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction
Happening tomorrow!
🌍 Join Us at COP29 to Explore How International Organizations Can Advance Small Hydropower Globally! 📅 Date: November 15th, 2024 🕒 Time: 14:30 - 15:30 📍 Location: UNIDO Pavilion, A7, Zone E, Baku Stadium, Azerbaijan In this pivotal session, we’ll bring together global organizations to discuss the role of Small Hydropower (SHP) as a sustainable solution for energy access, climate resilience, and sustainable development. Despite being a powerful resource, SHP is often underutilized. Join us to learn how UNIDO, UNDP, UNICEF, and International Hydropower Association (IHA) are collaborating to revitalize SHP and drive its integration into renewable energy frameworks worldwide. Key Topics: -Collaborative efforts to promote SHP globally 🌎 -SHP's role in climate resilience and community development 🌱 -Policy, technical support, and strategic partnerships 🤝 -Cross-sectoral benefits of SHP in achieving SDGs 🚀 Speakers: Heng LIU (Moderator), UNIDO Ciyong ZOU, UNIDO Eva Kremere, UNIDO Charles Nyandiga, UNDP Farai Angela Tunhuma, UNICEF Eddie Rich, IHA Let’s bring SHP back to the forefront as a critical tool for sustainable energy solutions! 💡 #COP29 #SmallHydropower #SustainableEnergy #ClimateAction #UNIDO #UNDP #UNICEF #IHA #RenewableEnergy #SDGs
SHP consulting services are in need!
🌍 Procurement Opportunity: Needs Assessment & Roadmap for Small Hydropower Investments in ECCAS Project Title: Development of a Regional Needs Assessment & Roadmap to Unlock Investments in Small Hydropower in ECCAS 🔎 Project Overview We are seeking consulting services to conduct a comprehensive baseline assessment of the Small Hydropower (SHP) landscape within the ECCAS region and to create a strategic roadmap for catalyzing investments. The goal is to enhance access to climate-resilient, low-carbon energy systems and support regional economic and industrial development. 📅 Key Details - Timeline: Up to 12 months for project completion - Geographic Scope: ECCAS Member States - Supporting Partners: CEREEAC, UNIDO, GN-SEC, and ECCAS - Application Deadline: December 3rd 2024 🌱 Objectives & Expected Deliverables The scope includes: - Conducting a needs assessment of SHP investments across the ECCAS region. - Developing a regional roadmap with clear strategies, policy recommendations, and an implementation/monitoring framework. - Organizing a validation workshop for regional stakeholders and capacity-building training on SHP. Deliverables will include: 1. Baseline Needs Assessment Report: Review of policies, market conditions, and identified SHP sites. 2. Regional Roadmap: Strategic plans for SHP upscaling, including monitoring frameworks and key performance indicators. 3. Capacity-Building Workshop Report: Insights and recommendations from stakeholder engagement and training activities. Deliverables will be in French and English. 📝 Application Qualified consultants or firms should apply via the UNIDO e-procurement portal: https://lnkd.in/gAG26BKm with a technical and financial proposal detailing their approach to delivering these key objectives. #procurement #opportunity #consultancy #centralafrica #shp
🌍 Join Us at COP29 to Explore How International Organizations Can Advance Small Hydropower Globally! 📅 Date: November 15th, 2024 🕒 Time: 14:30 - 15:30 📍 Location: UNIDO Pavilion, A7, Zone E, Baku Stadium, Azerbaijan In this pivotal session, we’ll bring together global organizations to discuss the role of Small Hydropower (SHP) as a sustainable solution for energy access, climate resilience, and sustainable development. Despite being a powerful resource, SHP is often underutilized. Join us to learn how UNIDO, UNDP, UNICEF, and International Hydropower Association (IHA) are collaborating to revitalize SHP and drive its integration into renewable energy frameworks worldwide. Key Topics: -Collaborative efforts to promote SHP globally 🌎 -SHP's role in climate resilience and community development 🌱 -Policy, technical support, and strategic partnerships 🤝 -Cross-sectoral benefits of SHP in achieving SDGs 🚀 Speakers: Heng LIU (Moderator), UNIDO Ciyong ZOU, UNIDO Eva Kremere, UNIDO Charles Nyandiga, UNDP Farai Angela Tunhuma, UNICEF Eddie Rich, IHA Let’s bring SHP back to the forefront as a critical tool for sustainable energy solutions! 💡 #COP29 #SmallHydropower #SustainableEnergy #ClimateAction #UNIDO #UNDP #UNICEF #IHA #RenewableEnergy #SDGs