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EDUCATION: JULY 15-17, 2025 | EXHIBITION: JULY 16-17, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, USA
 

HYDROVISION International Logo 30 years of hydro excellence

EDUCATION: JULY 15-17, 2025 | EXHIBITION: JULY 16-17, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, USA
 

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A variety of energy storage options exist, with pumped storage hydropower being by far the largest globally. This technology is vital to support intermittent generating assets but also faces challenges related to development. In addition, some hydropower owners are installing lithium-ion batteries to back up their facilities.

 

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Breakfast Roundtables 

Thursday, July 18, 2024 | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Room 405

Join us on Thursday for roundtable discussions that allow you to network with peers while engaging with industry experts. Roundtables focused on specific industry topics are moderated by leading professionals in each field. The roundtables sell out quickly—don’t delay reserving your seat!

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KNOWLEDGE HUB

Dinorwig Update: Pumped Storage Hydro Keeps the EVs Charging in Europe

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM | Exhibit Floor Booth 127

Join different educational Knowledge Hub Sessions! Discover the evolution of the iconic Dinorwig Pumped Storage Hydro (PSH) powerplant in Wales, UK, completed in 1984. Boasting a capacity of 1,800 MW, Dinorwig stands as Europe's largest PSH. While historically pivotal in grid stability, its role has transformed over the past 15 years, driven by the rise of wind, solar, and battery technologies.

KNOWLEDGE HUBS

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10:15 AM
    • KNOWLEDGE HUB Equipment and Technology
    Demonstrating Black Start and Islanded Operation of a Small Hydropower Plant
    Exhibit Floor Booth 127
    Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has conducted the second demonstration of a small hydropower plant black start. It includes Fall River Electric Cooperative's 5.5 MW Felt hydropower plant and INL's 250 ...
    Chairperson
    Russell Chetwynd
    Russell Chetwynd, Service Manager - National Electric Coil
    Speakers
    S M Shafiul Alam
    S M Shafiul Alam, Research Scientist - Idaho National Laboratory
10:45 AM
    • New Development
    Financial Requirements and Considerations for Closing a Pumped Storage Project
    303
    This session will be devoted to the financial requirements necessary for the closing of a pumped storage project. A variety of elements are needed to financially close. The developer needs a power pur ...
    Speakers
    Scott Flake
    Scott Flake, Senior Energy Consultant - Self Employed
    Matthew Shapiro
    Matthew Shapiro, Chief Executive Officer - rPlus Hydro, LLLP / rPlus Energies, LLC
    Charles Conrad
    Charles Conrad, Senior Manager, Origination and Development - TC Energy
    Panel Moderator
    Vladimir Koritarov
    Vladimir Koritarov, Director, Center for Energy, Environmental, and Economic Systems Analysis - Argonne National Laboratory
    • Industry Trends and Analysis
    Grid Stability and Modernization
    302
    Hydropower and pumped storage play important roles in a power grid with a high renewable share. Future power grid scenario studies explore hydropower's role and the uncertainty of new development. Mea ...
    Speakers
    Stuart Cohen
    Stuart Cohen, Senior Energy Analyst - National Renewable Energy Laboratory
    Lee Ward
    Lee Ward, Industry Sales Manager - Rockwell Automation
    Jonathan Aust
    Jonathan Aust, VP of Power Operations for CRSP, DSW and RM Region - Western Area Power Administration (WAPA)
    Panel Moderator
    Thushara De Silva
    Thushara De Silva, Research engineer - National Renewable Energy Laboratory
1:00 PM
    • Industry Trends and Analysis
    Dealing with Regulatory and Environmental Challenges
    302
    Hydropower project developments face a myriad of challenges that can significantly impact their implementation. On the regulatory front, navigating a web of permits, approvals, and compliance requirem ...
    Speakers
    Andrew Storfer
    Andrew Storfer, CEO - America Energia S.A,
    Hugo Yamaguchi
    Hugo Yamaguchi, Assessor - São Paulo Sanitation and Energy Regulatory Agency – ARSESP
    Girish Behal
    Girish Behal, Vice President, Projects and Business Development - New York Power Authority
    Aaron Levine
    Aaron Levine, Senior Legal and Regulatory Analyst - NREL
    Panel Moderator
    Hemant Jain
    Hemant Jain, Managing Director & Co-Founder - A2A Energy
    • New Development
    The Approach for Success with Pumped Storage
    303
    Advancing pumped storage projects requires sound and suitable technical and environmental plans. Because of the long timeframes and amount of money required, developers must be on their game regarding ...
    Speakers
    Rocío Uría-Martínez
    Rocío Uría-Martínez, Senior R&D, Environmental Sciences Division - Oak Ridge National Laboratory
    Donald Erpenbeck
    Donald Erpenbeck, Vice President & Global Sector Leader - Dams & Hydropower - Stantec
    Panel Moderator
    Svetlana Helc
    Svetlana Helc, Director Ontario Pumped Storage Project - TC Energy
3:15 PM
    • KNOWLEDGE HUB Equipment and Technology
    Dinorwig Update: Pumped Storage Hydro Keeps the EVs Charging in Europe
    Exhibit Floor Booth 127
    Completed in 1984, the 1,800 MW Dinorwig Pumped Storage Hydro (PSH) powerplant in Wales, UK, remains the largest PSH in Europe. Dinorwig has always played a critical role in maintaining the stability ...
    Chairperson
    Day Griffin
    Day Griffin, Engineering Manager - Pioneer Motor Bearing
    Speakers
    Roger Clarke-Johnson
    Roger Clarke-Johnson, Sales & Marketing Director - Mercury Governor Group
8:00 AM
    • Breakfast Roundtables
    Breakfast Roundtables
    405
    Pre-registration for this event is required. This event includes an additional fee unless you have an All Access pass. Visit your registration resource center or reach out to info@hydroevent.com. Join ...
1:00 PM
    • Industry Trends and Analysis
    Priming the Pump: Recharging the Hydro Industry's Public Relations
    302
    For any business, being connected to the public is vital for communication, sales, growth, job recruitment, and support. The hydro industry is in need of a public relations recharge. As energy users c ...
    Chairperson
    Siddharth Pannir
    Siddharth Pannir, Founder and Engineer - GenH
    Speakers
    Randall Stearnes
    Randall Stearnes, Education Director - Foundation for Water and Energy Education

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