Wave and tidal energy: key to net zero future
Sep 16, 2024 · Wave and tidal energy: key to net zero future. IWP&DC delves into the state of wave and tidal energy developments worldwide, highlighting groundbreaking projects, …
Behind the gate - International Water Power
Dec 10, 2008 · • The storage capacity of dams • The discharge capacity of spillways • The flood-control characteristics of dams • River flood management. Fusegates may be installed during …
Small hydro: powering local energy solutions
Nov 14, 2024 · Small hydro: powering local energy solutions. Small hydropower projects are making waves across the globe, offering innovative and sustainable energy solutions for local …
Hydro technology development - International Water Power
Aug 4, 2020 · Hydro technology development. Analysis of recent innovation in hydropower technology development has been published. The findings highlight that although hydropower …
Decommissioning dams – costs and trends - International Water …
Feb 20, 2009 · An alternative to refurbishment of dams is the retirement and removal of structures which have reached the end of their life cycle. Over 450 dams have been removed in the US …
The infinite turbine - International Water Power
Aug 10, 1999 · The infinite turbine. By introducing variable pitched blades, Viktor Kaplan’s design made it possible for a single turbine to offer high efficiency over a range of loads, and 80 years …
Spotlight on pumped storage - International Water Power
Aug 11, 2011 · Castaic. Castaic generates 1275MW of electricity, and is the largest pumped storage facility in California. When at full power, the plant generates approximately 20% of the …
Powerhouse positioning - International Water Power
Feb 13, 2012 · Powerhouse positioning. In this paper, Chongjiang Du looks at the feasibility of incorporating a powerhouse into the hollow space of extra high hollow RCC gravity dams
Taking a tour of CFRDs - International Water Power
Oct 6, 2009 · Shuibuya dam, China. At 233m high, Shuibuya dam is currently the tallest CFRD in the world. Completed in 2008, the dam is part of the 1840MW Shuibuya hydro power project …
Three Gorges project operates at full capacity
Sep 10, 2021 · Three Gorges project operates at full capacity. China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG) has announced that the Three Gorges Project – the world’s largest hydropower project …