Day: February 4, 2019
Chilean council rejects claims against proposed 210-MW Mediterraneo hydropower project
The Chilean government's Council of Ministers rejected 27 claims filed by indigenous communities opposing the construction of the 210-MW Mediterraneo hydropower project, at least temporarily allowing development of the controversial plant to continue.
PowerChina, Argentina sign financing deal for 75-MW El Tambolar hydropower plant
The government of Argentinian province San Juan signed an agreement with PowerChina earlier this week for financing of the 75-MW El Tambolar hydropower project.
NHA launches UnlockHydro initiative
An educational campaign announced this week by the National Hydropower Association aims to increase awareness about the hydroelectric sector amongst the public and policymakers.
NHA launches UnlockHydro initiative
An educational campaign announced this week by the National Hydropower Association aims to increase awareness about the hydroelectric sector amongst the public and policymakers.
Black Rock Tidal Power raises C$15 million for MHK project
Schottel Hydro subsidiary, Black Rock Tidal Power (BRTP), has raised C$15 million (US$11.5 million) for investment in its 2.5-MW TRITON floating marine hydrokinetic energy platform.
IHA re-elected to steering committee of REN21, advocating for hydropower
The International Hydropower Association has been re-elected to the steering committee of the Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century (REN21).
E.C. approves transfer of funding from Kyle Rhea tidal turbine array to Atlantis' 398-MW MeyGen
The European Commission's Climate Change Committee has approved a transfer of US$19.3 million in funding for tidal energy developer Atlantis Resources from the Kyle Rhea project to its 398-MW MeyGen project.
Asia’s emerging green bond market could affect hydroelectric project investment
Japan, the third-largest global bond player, is now becoming involved in using green bonds to have an affect on renewable energy that will likely include hydroelectric projects.
Asia’s emerging green bond market could affect hydroelectric project investment
Japan, the third-largest global bond player, is now becoming involved in using green bonds to have an affect on renewable energy that will likely include hydroelectric projects.
Knight Construction wins spillway gate rehab contract for Blue River Dam
Knight Construction & Supply Co. has won a $3.7 million contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to rehabilitate spillway gates at the Blue River Dam in Oregon.