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WEBSocietal polarisation and the hydropower industry: Navigating complex waters. While hydropower offers significant environmental and economic benefits, it also poses substantial social and ecological challenges. More Risks. Misinformation and disinformation. Cyber insecurity. Inflation. Biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse. Economic downturn.
Upgrading Hinze Dam - International Water Power
WEBJan 18, 2013 · The upgraded Hinze Dam has increased water capacity on Australia’s Gold Coast, writes Richard Davidson and Christopher Dann. The Hinze Dam, located on the Nerang River, about 18 miles west of Australia’s Gold Coast, was initially completed in 1976 and upgraded in 1989, but it had again become outdated. With a …
Bridge contract awarded as part of the Lesotho Highlands Water …
WEBSep 8, 2022 · Bridge contract awarded as part of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project phase II. The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) has awarded WRES Senqu Bridge Joint Venture the contract for the construction of the Senqu Bridge - the largest of the three bridges that will be constructed under Lesotho Highlands Water Project phase II to span the Polihali reservoir.
Sizing up Katse - International Water Power
WEBMay 11, 1998 · The water project comprises several phases (1A, 1B, II, III and IV). Katse dam forms part of phase 1A which has been completed and was inaugurated on 22 January 1998. Katse dam, at 185m high, is Africa’s highest dam. It impounds a reservoir of 1950M m3 of water and will supply 18m3/s of water to South Africa through its …
Estimating E&M powerhouse costs - International Water Power
WEBFeb 17, 2009 · Estimating E&M powerhouse costs. After compiling statistical data on costs of electrical and mechanical equipment for 81 selected hydro power projects (60% 2007-2008 and 40% 2002-2006), useful diagrams which allow a close cost estimation of E&M in powerhouses with Pelton, Francis, Kaplan, Kaplan-Rohr, Bulb turbine or Francis pump turbines have been composed.
Behind the gate - International Water Power
WEBDec 10, 2008 · The first, and most commonly used, is an overflow type. This gate is designed for 1ft (0.3m) of water flowing over the top of the gate when the gate is closed. Adequate safety factors prevent damage to the gate if there is a moderate, additional overflow beyond that limit for a short period of time, says the company.
The Carruthers Waterwheel - International Water Power
WEBJan 19, 2021 · The first waterwheel to be patented in 138 years, Carruthers Wheel is truly innovative, producing electricity from waterfalls and rivers with less than five metres drop. This was previously deemed unviable and unprofitable because of the high cost of turbines for small bodies of water. The Carruthers Wheel ignores previous design assumptions ...
The role of ROVs - International Water Power
WEBOct 6, 2023 · ROVs play a crucial role in inspecting underwater power cables and pipelines. They can examine the condition of cables, identify potential faults, and locate areas that require maintenance or repair. ROVs equipped with sonar systems can detect leaks or damage in underwater pipelines, allowing for timely …
Technical and design innovations in run-of-river projects
WEBMar 17, 2009 · He has 15 years experience in the identification, design and construction of hydroelectric projects, including hydraulic and energy modeling and design of intakes, dams, weirs, canals and pipelines, throughout Africa and North and South America. Email: [email protected].
Nenggiri project breaks ground in Malaysia - International Water …
WEBCarrieann Stocks July 4, 2022. Share this article. Construction work has begun on the 300MW Nenggiri hydroelectric project in Malaysia, with the official groundbreaking ceremony having taken place in mid June. The ceremony, on 12 June, was attended by high-ranking delegations from government and industry as …