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The #hydropower and #pumped #storage hydropower (PSH) report of the EU Science, Research and Innovation of the European Commission is out! See the kick-off post here https://lnkd.in/dpMZtRXj and the full report here https://lnkd.in/dHPUrr2p In this post, the key messages of some sections of chapter 2 are discussed, and we will continue next week with the last part of chapter 2. ✅ Despite hydropower technological maturity, research efforts are still ongoing to develop new concepts and technologies, novel materials and innovative projects. Several Horizon projects have been funded. Let's follow the ETIP HYDROPOWER webinars! 👉 https://lnkd.in/d7Byzw4k ✅ In the last decade (2012-2021), public spending for R&D on hydropower in the EU ranged between EUR 15 Million and EUR 26 Million per year, with decreasing trends after peaks. The main hubs of public spending are Austria, Germany, Finland, France, Italy, Poland and Sweden. The average public R&D investment is EUR 17 Million on annual basis in the EU (2012-2021), slightly higher than the annual public spending in Canada (approximately EUR 12.7 Million annually). ✅ Considering the private R&D investments, in the EU, Germany, France, Italy and Sweden are the member states with the largest contribution. The lead companies are Voith Hydro Patent GMBH (DE), GE Renewable Technologies (FR), MAHLE International GMBH (DE), Aktiebolaget SKF (SE), EDF (FR), DIVE-Turbine Co KG (DE), ANDRITZ Hydro GMBH (AT), Alstom Renewable Technologies (FR), REHART GmbH (DE), Minesto AB (SE). ✅ During the period 2010-2021, 669 patents were registered by companies in the EU. Within the EU, Germany is leading in patenting (227), followed by France (111), Poland (59), Italy (59), Sweden (31) and Austria (28). The EU holds 29% of all high-value inventions globally. Four companies from the EU are in this top-10: Voith Hydro, GE Renewable Technologies (EU branch), Dive Turbinen, Aktiebolaget Skf, Vuo Power Oy.

#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 

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)

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

🌍🚀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 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

🌍 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

🌍 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