Linking Science and Industry: Renewable Energy Research, Innovation and Higher Education in Africa
2021-12-15 08:30 - 2021-12-16 14:00 (Europe/Warsaw)
This conference is organized within the scope of the HAW Kenya project for the promotion of practice orientation of teaching, research and knowledge and technology transfer at Kenyan universities. In this sense, Kenyan university teachers, junior scientists and administrative staff are to be informed about the model of German universities of applied sciences and qualified for the independent implementation and dissemination of application orientation.The main objective of the conference is to strengthen the established network of excellence for universities of applied sciences within the HAW Kenya project and to serve as a final meeting point for higher education knowledge transfer in the field of renewable energy technologies.

Main conference aims include:➢ Exchange of knowledge and experiences about challenges and opportunities of renewable energies in Kenya / Africa ➢ Exchange of successful projects/practices on EU-Africa cooperation in research and innovation ➢ Discuss challenges and opportunities for higher education capacity building in Kenya / Africa ➢ Discuss points of research and innovation in renewable energy for: o Commercial and industrial sector o Transport and mobility o Rural electrification o Domestic energy consumption

http://events.thi.de/linkingscienceandindustry

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RENEXPO INTERHYDRO
2022-03-03 08:00 - 2022-03-04 17:00 | Messezentrum Salzburg
European meeting point of the hydropower industry

The industry experts meet at the hub between Eastern and Western Europe. The fair shows what contribution hydropower makes to a safe, sustainable, affordable and climate-neutral energy supply. In 2021, Europe’s meeting point for hydropower will again offer a unique platform for knowledge transfer, exchange of experience and new contacts.

Congress

In the two-day congress, current issues such as political and legal framework conditions, e-mobility, energy storage, maintenance and modernization, water-ecologically compatible hydropower expansion and international markets will be presented and discussed. Experts from the field, speakers from all over Europe, exciting topics, insights and news from the industry await you.

https://www.renexpo-hydro.eu/en/

HYDRO 2022
2022-04-25 09:00 - 2022-04-27 20:00 | Palais de la Musique et des Congrès ~ Strasbourg, France
The French hydropower and dam industry welcomes the world hydro community to Strasbourg. After successful events in Lyon (2009) and Bordeaux (2015), delegates will have the opportunity to visit the Grand Est region, where EDF operates 10 hydro schemes on the Rhine, one of which (Vogelgrun) is a demonstrator project for the EU-funded XFLEX scheme.

The extensive experience of supporting organizations EDF and CNR, both within France and abroad, will be well reflected in the programme, and on the study tours.

France currently (2021) has around 25 732 MW of hydro capacity in operation, and a further 822 MW of hydro at various stages of development. Hydro generation increased to more than 65 TWh in 2020.

The two most important recently completed schemes were the addition of a 240 MW surface powerplant at the 320 MW La Coche pumped-storage scheme in the Isère valley, and the 92 MW Romanche Gavet scheme in the southwest, where six surface plants and five dams have been replaced by one underground powerplant. The country plans to double its renewable energy over the next ten years, with hydro, solar and wind schemes.

Strasbourg, the capital city of the Grand Est region of France, formerly Alsace, is also the formal seat of the European Parliament. On the border of Germany, and also close to Switzerland (and very close to many hydro plants on the Rhine) it is an ideal meeting point for the hydro industry. Its culture and architecture blend both German and French influences.

The newly refurbished Centre de la Musique et des Congrès is a state-of-theart venue, modern and spacious, and has impressive measures in place for hosting a safe conference during the COVID recovery period.

River Ecology and Environment
2022-06-01 13:00 - 2022-06-02 18:00
European Regulations | River Management | Hydropower

Web Conference

The international event will bring together experts from leading operators, manufacturers and suppliers, authorities, scientists as well as related stakeholders to discuss important issues in the field of ecology and environment in hydropower.

Environmental protection and preservation of nature are a crucial global challenge for the entire society as well as for the hydropower sector.Following the successful first event in 2021, the upcoming vgbe Expert Event River Ecology and Environment will take place on 1 and 2 June 2022 as online-event (both days in the afternoon). Similar to the previous event, a European-wide view will focus on all important ecological and environmental aspects related to hydropower.

Session 1: European R&I on HydropowerHydropower, with its mature and proven technology faces various challenges and opportunities alike, such as refurbishment, flexible operation/grid balancing and sustainability. Here R&I strategies require continuous efforts to maintain the European hydropower research and industry value chains. In this session, possibilities and results of R&I on hydropower will be presented.

Session 2: European framework and regulation in HydropowerDifferent European frameworks and regulations, such as the Water Framework Directive (WFD, 2000/60 / EC) or the EU Taxonomy, impose requirements to be met by hydropower operators. In this session, experiences with these different frameworks and regulations will be presented.

Session 3: Sediment management strategies and approaches for operating with hydropeakingManagement of sedimentations, which can have negative impacts on the safety of dams and may reduce energy production, storage, discharge capacity and flood attenuation capabilities, as well as hydropeaking, the artificial increase and decrease of water levels in rivers, require appropriate management techniques that improve maintain operations of dams and hydroelectric facilities. Scientists and operators report from approaches of optimal ecological operation.

Session 4: Lessons learned from fish migration and monitoring systemsThe development of techniques for fish protection and fish migration is an important prerequisite for maintaining and expanding hydropower. Harm to migrating fish along the various hiking trails must be prevented or reduced and at the same time the continuity down the river must be ensured. Leading operators report on their practical experiences with measures taken so far.

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20th World Wind Energy Conference WWEC2022
2022-06-28 08:00 - 2022-06-30 17:00
The forthcoming 20th World Wind Energy Conference & Exhibition will become the ﬁrst international wind energy event of its kind after this challenging pandemic period. Leading experts from around the world are expected to attend WWEC2022, amongst them top wind and renewable energy experts from all over the world – from governments, industry, science, and international organizations. We want to re-start with new energy and with the spirit of collaboration that has always characterized ours. We are therefore organizing the twentieth edition of World Wind Energy Conference in Rimini – Italy, with an in-person conference that aims to be the restart of every activity. By joining hands with various stakeholders, the conference will oﬀer a rich opportunity to communicate to decision makers, project developers, businesses, researchers and ﬁnancers the signiﬁcant technological. advances and commercial successes of wind power technologies.

8th World Conference on Photovoltaic Energy Conversion
2022-09-26 08:30 - 2022-09-30 13:30
The Scientific Conference Programme is coordinated by the European Commission Joint Research Centre and covers the entire range of PV research, technologies and applications focusing on bringing the latest scientific and technological research trends to the market.

It also offers a variety of broader insights into the current developments in the sector, acknowledging that PV integration needs to be approached from all dimensions – scientific, technical, economic, political, business, and also social- and educational aspects.

The Programme is structured in plenary, oral and visual presentations and is divided into 5 topics. These cover the entire range of PV research, technologies and applications with a special emphasis on the latest scientific, technological and market-related trends.

While the focus of the event is set on the scientific findings researchers from all around the globe are contributing and sharing, the WCPEC aims to broaden the scope of content by also strengthening further topics like energy transition or policies and societal issues, and acknowledging that PV development and integration must be considered from all angles.

WCPEC hosts a variety of Parallel Events and Industry Sessions which are designed to give a holistic overview on international PV developments from all dimensions.

https://www.wcpec-8.com/index.php

Biologically Optimized Solutions for Fish Passage
2022-09-27 10:00 - 11:00
Biologically Optimized Solutions for Fish Passage

27th September, 10:00AM (EDT)

MSD Animal Health offers a series of innovative modular and scalable fish passage solutions to promote the long-term sustainability of both renewable hydropower as well as the surrounding aquatic species. These integrated, customizable solutions provide actionable intelligence to resource managers by monitoring fish movement, optimizing attraction and survival through passage facilities, and benchmarking solution performance from both an operational and uplift perspective.

Speakers: Chris Beasley, Sarah Hoffmann & Gabe DerrickRunning Time: 60 minutes

European Biogas Conference 2022
2022-10-25 08:30 - 2022-10-26 18:00
We are looking forward to welcoming you to the landmark event of the biogas sector, which will take place from 25 to 26 October in Brussels. Check updates: programme, speakers, special offer to book your accommodation, and much more! We wish you an excellent summer before and we look forward to meeting you in Brussels to contribute to a constructive debate on the Fit for 55 Package and the achievement of the REPowerEU Plan. Confirm your registration now!

Key topics for discussion

National perspectives on the implementation of REPowerEU and National energy and climate plans (NECPs)Decarbonising the EU economy, transport, and buildingInvesting in the biomethane value chainDriving the energy and agroecological transitionDeveloping circular solutions and innovations

Who will be there?

High-level stakeholders from the renewable gas industry.Representatives from key areas for the development of our industry, including the transport and agrobusiness sectors.Researchers and academia working on innovative renewable gas technologies to develop our industry.Influential policy-makers for our sector in Europe.

vgbe/VERBUND Expert Event “Digitalisation in Hydropower”
2022-11-17 08:00 - 2022-11-18 17:00
Dear Hydropower Colleagues,

Take the opportunity to benefit from the experiences of experts and practitioners at the

“Digitalisation in Hydropower 2022 – Focus on Digital Data Management”

on 17. /18. November 2022 in Vienna, Austria

The conference offers participants a comprehensive overview of all topics regarding digitalisation in hydropower and provides a unique platform for the transfer of knowledge, the exchange of experiences as well as establishing contacts with operators, project developers, investors, energy providers, scientists, research institutes and the industry.

Take a look at our programme with lecture summaries and register now here.

Main topics of the vgbe/VERBUND Expert Event

Enhanced digital controls can contribute to improving the performance of hydropower fleets, plants and equipment by reducing costs and optimising asset management. Digital control systems can also play a major role in improving decision-making and supporting operations to work more efficiently. The fact that a growing number of the world’s hydropower plants need to be refurbished and modernised in the next few years makes the transformation process highly challenging.

Topics are:

■ Asset Management

■ Workforce Management

■ Advanced Data Analytics

■ Platform Solutions

■ Digital Twins

■ Cyber Security

■ 3D Printing

■ Inspection & Measurement

■ Visualisation (VR, AR, 3D GIS,…)

■ Infrastructural Requirements

Information about the last year´s vgbe energy/VERBUND Expert Events

The last in-person events of vgbe energy/VERBUND Expert Event on “Digitalisation in Hydropower,” which took place in 2018 and 2019, were fully booked. The focus of these events was set on chances and opportunities in developing and implementing digital solutions. The most recent two vgbe energy/VERBUND Expert Events on “Digitalisation in Hydropower” in 2020 and 2021 were carried out fully digital. More than 15 speakers again provided a comprehensive overview of digitalisation in hydropower, dealing mainly with the results of newly developed and implemented innovative digital measures, products and tools.

ETIP HYDROPOWER: Unifying the voices of hydropower in Europe
2023-01-25 11:30 - 15:00
PURPOSE:

The vision of ETIP HYDROPOWER, its objectives, the suggested structure and work program of ETIP HYDROPOWER will be presented and discussed in detail. Furthermore, the question “What form of sustainable organisation representing the hydropower sector is required to ensure the vital role of hydropower in the energy transition in Europe?” will be discussed within a round table session.

AGENDA:

9h30 Welcome

9h40 The vital role of hydropower to help overcome the energy crisis in Europe

9h55 Overview of ETIP HYDROPOWER

10h10 Vision and governance structure of ETIP HYDROPOWER; interacting with the SET Plan and cooperation with other ETIPs and associations

10h25 Implementation of working groups, and a framework for the detailed mapping of R&I actions across Europe

10h40 Strategic actions and increasing public awareness

10h55 Business plan and possibilities for a sustainable associate organization

11h10 Roundtable discussion “What form of sustainable organisation representing the hydropower sector is required to ensure the vital role of hydropower in the energy transition in Europe?”

11h30 Conclusions and outlook

To Register

To participate in this free online event, please use the following link:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5185720576214826583

SPIREC 2023
2023-02-20 10:00 - 2023-02-23 15:00
SPIREC is the International Renewable Energy Conference, co-hosted by a national government and REN21.

Under the name SPIREC 2023, the 2023 IREC is being held by Spain from the 20th to the 23rd of February in Madrid, specifically at the IFEMA MADRID FAIR CENTER within the framework of GENERA.

This is an international high-level policy event where decision-makers from across society come together to meet and discuss policies and experiences. It focuses on building collective know-how to advance renewables at the international, national and sub-national levels.

https://www.spirec.es/en/

Decarbonising Energy Use in European Buildings
2023-03-29 10:00 - 15:00
RES4BUILD is pleased to announce an in-person workshop on Wednesday 29 March 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. The event, titled “Decarbonising Energy Use in European Buildings: technical, financial and social drivers and barriers”, will take place from 10:00-15:00.

Buildings account for more than 40% of the final energy consumption in Europe, most of which is still supplied by fossil fuels. Phasing out fossil fuel use in buildings can help address many of Europe’s most pressing challenges including climate change, air pollution and dependency on imported fuels.

However, achieving this future requires the rapid upscaling of impactful, energy-efficient solutions. Feasible solutions addressing the technological, market and social aspects of the challenge exist, such as those developed during the RES4BUILD project, but much more needs to be done.

The workshop on 29 March 2023 in Brussels will bring together research, industry, policymakers, and end users to help identify the developments and conditions that are needed to accelerate this decarbonisation and meet EU policy objectives. The agenda will follow three key themes:

Latest technological solutions and innovations to enable the delivery of EU policy objectives.

Addressing drivers and barriers to develop realistic recommendations for adaptations of market and regulatory conditions to accelerate the transition.

Interactive session on end-user perspectives to better implement these changes.

T﻿he workshop is free but attendance is limited. To register see: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/decarbonising-energy-use-in-european-buildings-tickets-547594809817

Download the full agenda here: https://res4build.eu/results

RENEXPO INTERHYDRO
2023-03-30 09:00 - 2023-03-31 15:00
European meeting point of the hydropower industry

The industry experts meet at the hub between Eastern and Western Europe. The fair shows what contribution hydropower makes to a safe, sustainable, affordable and climate-neutral energy supply. This year Europe’s meeting point for hydropower will again offer a unique platform for knowledge transfer, exchange of experience and new contacts.

Congress

In the two-day congress, current issues such as political and legal framework conditions, e-mobility, energy storage, maintenance and modernization, water-ecologically compatible hydropower expansion and international markets will be presented and discussed. Experts from the field, speakers from all over Europe, exciting topics, insights and news from the industry await you.

https://www.renexpo-interhydro.eu/en/

Brussels Hydropower Day 2023
2023-04-25 09:00 - 16:30
SAVE THE DATE: BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2023

25th April, Brussels

We are pleased to announce the 1st annual Brussels Hydropower Day.

Pencil the 25th April 2023 into your calendar and join us for this hybrid conference that will be held in Brussels at the Residence Palace and also streamed online.

The BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2023 aims to provide a platform for stakeholder groups in the hydropower sector and decision makers in the European Commission and Parliament, who are working on relevant policy files concerning hydropower. The purpose is to discuss opportunities and barriers affecting hydropower deployment in the framework of the energy transition within the energy crisis and the market as well as regulation conditions.

Why attend?

Find out more about the added value of hydropower and energy storage in the energy transition, within the energy crisis and regulation conditions.

Learn about best practice in hydropower deployment with examples of market design, flexibility and biodiversity requirements.

Join the discussion about cooperation with other ETIPs/sectors within the SET Plan on approaches to ensure energy system integration and a flexible safe energy supply.

Be informed about the next steps of ETIP HYDROPOWER towards “Unifying the voices of hydropower in Europe”.

SAVE THE DATE!

Event: BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2023When: 25th April 2023, 9:00 – 16:30Where: Residence Palace, Brussels, and online

Registration for the Brussels Hydropower Day 2023 event will open soon, so for the moment please save the date and follow our social media channels.

HYDRO 2023
2023-10-16 09:00 - 2023-10-18 17:00
HYDRO 2023 NEW IDEAS FOR PROVEN RESOURCES

Edinburgh International Congress Centre (EICC), Edinburgh, Scotland

As always, the main aim of bringing together the global hydropower community is to exchange practical experience, learn of new technical developments (of which there are plenty), encourage best practice, and together play a role in advancing hydro development in the parts of the world that need it most.Besides new schemes, emphasis is also placed on maximizing the value of existing hydro assets, by timely refurbishment, upgrading and improving operational efficiency. These annual events are probably the most truly international conferences devoted specifically to hydropower, and, normally we welcome at least 1200 delegates from more than 70 countries. We will focus on potential and development plans, the changing roles of hydropower, adapting to new challenges, ensuring safety and operational efficiency, and environmental protection, among many other topics. A major technical exhibition will run alongside the conference, showcasing the state-of-the-art of hydro technology and engineering, with many products and services on display. We encourage young engineers and students to attend, and student registration rates will be available on request. The AMI Hydropower Foundation will consider assisting some delegates from less developed countries, or those facing economic challenges, to attend, by supporting registration and accommodation costs. See: https://www.hydropower-dams.com/foundation

https://www.hydropower-dams.com/hydro-2023/

European Biogas Conference 2023
2023-10-24 08:00 - 2023-10-26 17:00
The European Biogas Conference 2023 will take place from 24 to 26 October 2023 in Brussels. Stay tuned for more details!

https://www.europeanbiogas.eu/european-biogas-conference-2023/

River Management and Ecology 2024
2024-03-21 00:00 - 2024-03-22 23:59
The joint Expert Event of vgbe energy and VÖU brings together experts from policy, authorities, operators, manufacturers and suppliers, scientists, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders to discuss crucial issues in the fields of river management, restoration and ecology. Rivers serve as vibrant hubs of biodiversity, providing essential water for domestic, agricultural, industrial, and energy needs, as well as supporting various ecosystem services. Effective river management optimizing these diverse benefits is pivotal for ensuring water security and addressing multiple policy objectives. Challenges related to environmental conservation, ecosystem preservation and restoration extend beyond specific industries, encompassing our entire society. There exists a pressing need to bolster capacity, exchange knowledge, and facilitate information sharing to address these challenges using current research as well as widely accepted best practices beyond disciplines. This year, one main focus is on ecohydraulics — an interdisciplinary field merging aquatic ecology and fluid mechanics.

vgbe/VÖU Expert Event – River Management and Ecology

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RENEXPO INTERHYDRO 2024
2024-03-21 08:00 - 2024-03-22 17:00
Renexpo Interhydro

The hydropower trade fair in Salzburg provides a comprehensive overview of current European policies, and market and industry developments in hydropower. The central focus will be on products, services and solutions that make a key contribution to a sustainable, secure and competitive energy mix. Exhibitors and trade visitors exploit the benefits of this 2-day event as a hub for networking and sharing information.

Europeans hydropower gathering

The “Renexpo Interhydro” hydropower trade fair welcomes around 60 exhibitors who represtent the entire portfolio of renewable energy resources. Companies from eight nations presenting trends and innovations in ten areas of expertise – from planning to water catchment, types of power plant to water protection – and all associated services.

Renexpo Interhydro – Practical and dialogue-oriented

Trade fair visitors benefit from an extensive supporting programme of practice-relevant lectures, keynote speeches and discussion sessions. Lighthouse projects and examples of best-practices are featured alongside opportunities to converse with political decision-makers, commercial executives, and NGOs – for a constructive and informative meeting of all stakeholders in the water sector.

https://www.renexpo-interhydro.eu/en/

Brussels Hydropower Day 2024
2024-04-16 00:00 - 23:59
The BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2024 aims to provide a platform for stakeholder groups in the hydropower sector and decision makers in the European Commission and Parliament, who are working on relevant policy issues concerning hydropower. The purpose is to discuss opportunities and barriers affecting hydropower deployment in the framework of the energy transition, considering uncertainties regarding the energy crisis, climate change and the market as well as regulation conditions.

https://hydro-consultation.eu/hydropower-2024-day-event/

International Conference MUSTIC 2024
2024-06-26 08:00 - 2024-06-28 17:00
The third Meru University of Science and Technology International Conference (MUSTIC2024) is scheduled for 26th to 28th June 2024 at the Meru University Main campus in Meru, Kenya. With the theme, “Science in the Service of Climate Action,” the conference becomes a hub for exchanging cutting-edge scientific knowledge, innovative solutions, and collaborative strategies to address the challenges of climate change. It fosters a collective commitment transcending borders and disciplines, uniting us in the imperative mission to harness science’s power for global climate action. MUSTIC2024 marks a journey to explore transformative ideas, promote interdisciplinary collaborations, and contribute to a sustainable future, where science stands as a stalwart ally in safeguarding our planet.

Home – Meru University – MUSTIC

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Digitalisation in Hydropower 2024
2024-10-15 10:00 - 2024-10-16 15:00
Enhanced digital controls can boost hydropower performance, cut costs, and optimize asset management. These systems aid decision-making and enhance operational efficiency, which is crucial as many hydropower plants require refurbishment and modernization in the coming years. Based on practical examples you will gain insights into how digital solutions are already successfully implemented and applied.

In this context and as a valuable complement to the lectures, on October 16th all participants are invited to visit the storage hydropower plant at Walchensee where uniper will present implemented and currently tested digitalisation techniques as well as the Research Institute of the Technical University of Munich at Obernach.

The imposing storage hydropower station is considered the cradle of industrial power generation in Bavaria. Completed in 1924, it was one of the largest hydroelectric power plants in the world at the time with an output of 124 MW. Down the road in Obernach, the Institute of Hydraulic Engineering and Water Resources at TUM carries out numerous research projects at its satellite Research Institute.

The Expert Event will bring together experts from leading operator and manufacturer companies as well as related stakeholders to discuss challenges and opportunities for the operation of hydropower fleets accruing from digital transformation.

Event Website

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Portugal Renewable Energy Summit 2024
2024-11-04 09:00 - 2024-11-05 17:00
The Portugal Renewable Energy Summit (PRES), the annual conference of APREN, will take place on November 4th and 5th at the Grand Auditorium of Culturgest in Lisbon.

PRES is the main conference dedicated to the renewable sector in Portugal, with a history of more than 10 years, and is the meeting point for the most relevant public, governmental and private entities, which come together to discuss the latest news in the sector, particularly regarding policies, strategy, research, and regulation.

https://www.pres2024.pt/en

Workshop: Empowering the future of green workforce and policies
2024-11-19 10:00 - 12:30
Are you an expert in the field of renewable energy sources / systems? Are you interested in green transition? Are you looking for viable solutions for challenges this sector is facing? Say your word in shaping a greener future for all of us. Join SKILLBILL project’s first Mobilization and Mutual Learning Workshop taking place on 19. November 2024 online.

The workshop is a part of mobilization and mutual learning event series. Their goal is to:

coordinate community action and learning,

build on the final recommendations of the SKILLBILL Working Groups focusing on electricity, heat, fuels and mobility.

bring to the table new recommendations that will help shape the future for all of us.

Important info to remember

Date: 19. November 2024 Time: 10:00 CET Type of event: Zoom meeting

Target groups:Stakeholders, RES designers, sellers, users, dismantlers, citizens, regulators, policy maker, authorities, educational institutions, potential RES consumers, students, experts, technicians…

Why to participate:

Find out what is on in Brussels in the field of green transition,

Bring viable solutions to the problems that renewable energy sources (RES) sector is facing,

Have your word in shaping greener future for all of us,

Meet other experts from RES field & lay basis for networking,

Share your knowledge, experience and best practice.

Agenda:

10:00 – 10:05 I Start of the workshop – Welcome

10:05 – 10:15 I Tour de la table & Icebreaker – online tool explanation

10:15 – 10:20 I Introduction to SKILLBILL Project – the aim of MML Workshop

10:20 – 10:30 I EU RES: Latest Developments and Strategic Initiatives (Mr. Dirk Hendricks – EREF General Secretary)

INTERACTIVE PART 1: SKILLED WORKFORCE

10:30 – 10:40 I Building a Skilled Workforce for the Renewable Energy Sector (tbc)

10:40 – 11:15 I Co-creation interactive session on the topic (using MIRO board)

11:15 – 11:20 I Conclusions and summary of the PART 1

10 MINUTES – COFFEE BREAK

INTERACTIVE PART 2: POLICIES FOR THE NEW ERA

11:30 – 11:40 I Policies for the new era – proposals for the upcoming 5 years (tbc)

11:40 – 12:15 I Co-creation interactive session on the topic (using MIRO board)

12:15 – 12:20 I Conclusions and summary of the PART 2

HIGHLIGHTS – CLOSURE OF THE WORKSHOP

Register HERE.

The event is organized by the Horizon Europe funded SKILLBILL project. Focusing on interdisciplinary insights and expertise in the field of RES, academic education and Vocational Educational Training (VET), the initiative aims to contribute to enabling the sustainable transition.

The SKILLBILL project key information:https://www.pedal-consulting.eu/skill-to-boost-innovation-and-professional-fulfillment-in-a-sustainable-economy-skill-bill/

Boosting Hydropower: Best Practices for Research
2024-12-06 13:30 - 15:00
On 6 December 2024, from 13:30 to 15:00 CET, the latest session in the webinar series “Boosting Hydropower: Best Practices for Research” will present the latest advances in hydropower technology. Organised by the ETIP HYDROPOWER project, this session will introduce three EU research projects and highlight the main conclusions of the 2024 report “Hydropower and Pumped Hydropower Storage in the European Union”.

Featured Projects and Presenters:

SHERPA: Ademir Suárez from Iberdrola Spain will present SHERPA, which aims to develop and validate innovative technologies for the refurbishment of existing hydropower plants in order to extend and/or adapt their operating range to include lower water flows, without compromising their lifetime, economic viability, and environmental and impact.

RevHydro: Michel Cervantes from Luleå University of Technology, Sweden, will introduce RevHydro, an initiative intended to develop and implement technologies that address the efficiency, environmental impact, and operational challenges faced by hydropower plants, especially ageing ones, due to changes in energy demand, climate conditions, and technological developments.

STOR-HY: Alexandre Presas from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain, will present the STOR-HY project, which focuses on extending the lifespan of pumped storage hydropower plants and retrofitting equipment through smart monitoring and control technologies. It also targets challenging areas for storage application such as seawater and coal mines.

The webinar will also feature contributions from Emanuele Quaranta of the Joint Research Centre (JRC), who will present the main findings of the Clean Energy Technology Observatory (CETO) Hydropower 2024 report, and Anton Schleiss from the International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD), will be presenting ETIP HYDROPOWER.

This webinar will provide an opportunity to learn about the latest research developments in hydropower across Europe.

How to Join:

Interested participants can register for the webinar here.

You can find the agenda also here.

For further information visit: https://etip-hydropower.eu/latest-news/webinar-boosting-hydropower-best-practices-for-research-with-sherpa-revhydro-and-stor-hy/

BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2025
2025-04-08 09:15 - 16:15
Date and time: 8th April 2025, 9:15 to 16:15 (CET)Location: Le Bouche à Oreille; Rue Félix Hap, 11, 1040 Bruxelles (and online)Registration link hereObjective: The BRUSSELS HYDROPOWER DAY 2025 aims to provide a platform forstakeholder groups in the hydropower sector and decision makers in the EuropeanCommission and Parliament, who are working on relevant policy files concerninghydropower. The purpose is to discuss opportunities and barriers affectinghydropower deployment in the framework of the energy transition consideringuncertainties regarding the energy crisis, climate change and the market as well asregulation conditions.

Why attend?

– Find out more about the role of hydropower and energy storage in the energytransition and the impact that 2025-2029 EU legislative cycle will have on it.

– Learn about best practice in hydropower deployment with reference toflexibility, social and environmental requirements, and climate change.

– Join the discussion about cooperation with other ETIPs/sectors within the SETPlan on approaches to ensure energy system integration and a flexible safeenergy supply.

– Get informed about the next steps of ETIP HYDROPOWER towards “Unifyingthe voices of hydropower in Europe” and on the output of its thematic WorkingGroups.

Target audience: the conference will gather participants, representing widestakeholder groups in the hydropower sector and relevant EU decision-makers.

42nd European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition
2025-09-22 00:00 - 2025-09-26 23:59
The EU PVSEC is the largest international Conference for Photovoltaic research, technologies and applications and at the same time a PV Industry Exhibition, where specialized PV Industry presents technologies, innovations and new concepts in the upstream PV sector. It gathers the global PV community to present and discuss the latest developments in Photovoltaics, to network and to conduct business. It is the world-renowned science-to-science and science-to-industry platform uniquely focused on the global PV Solar sector. The conference scientific programme is coordinated by the European Commission Joint Research Centre.

The over 40 year long history and the diverse programme of the EU PVSEC makes it a landmark event in the scientific PV sector.

For 2025, we are more than delighted to welcome you in person from22 – 26 September in Bilbao, Spain.

For further information visit: EU PVSEC

28. Anwenderforum Kleinwasserkraft
2025-09-24 00:00 - 2025-09-25 23:59
By focusing on practical experience and application, the forum fills an important gap in the further development of small hydropower. Another special feature is the cross-border gathering of experts from across the German-speaking Alpine region.

The program addresses key aspects of modern small hydropower:

Construction and modernization of plants

New developments in technology and material science

Innovative turbine concepts beyond traditional applications

Integration of fish protection measures

Advances in drive systems

September 24–25, 2025Forum Landquart, Switzerland

For further information visit: Anwenderforum Kleinwasserkraft

Portugal Renewable Energy Summit 2025
2025-10-02 09:00 - 18:00
APREN’s annual conference, Portugal Renewable Energy Summit (#PRES2025), returns for another edition on 2 and 3 October 2025, at Culturgest’s Grand Auditorium, in Lisbon.

#PRES is the main conference dedicated to the renewable energy sector in Portugal and a classic hub for knowledge and networking for more than 10 years. The main public, governmental and private entities gather in this event to debate the last updates in the sector, namely in what regards politics, regulation, strategy, and R&D.

The big themes and issues are discussed in dynamic debate panels, doing a complete analysis of the present and future of the sector.

Over 750 people, of which 58 speakers and 52 sponsors, came to #PRES last year for a two-day conference & exhibition – to network, to do business, and to share insight aiming to promote the economic, environmental and social benefits renewables entail.

More details on the event are available through this website, and further information will be provided through APREN’s communication channels in the upcoming months.

Global Biofuels Supply Chain Summit 2025
2025-11-25 00:00 - 2025-11-26 23:59
Global Biofuels Supply Chains 2025 is a premier two-day conference focused on strengthening the resilience, sustainability, and integrity of global biofuel supply networks. Taking place on 25–26 November 2025 in Rotterdam, the event will bring together key players from across the biofuels value chain—including producers, traders, regulators, technology providers, certification bodies, and investors—to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of biofuels.

43rd European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC 2026)
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59
The EU PVSEC is the world’s leading forum for photovoltaic (PV) research and development and the largest scientific conference dedicated to PV solar energy worldwirde. It covers a broad range of topics including device materials, components and systems, wafering, building-integrated PV (BIPV), agrivoltaics, floating PV, and much more.

Running alongside the conference, the state-of-the-art PV exhibition showcases cutting-edge technologies, innovations, and concepts from the upstream PV sector. Every year, experts from around the globe gather to present and discuss the latest developments in photovoltaics, network with peers, and explore business opportunities.

Renowned as a global platform bridging science and industry, the EU PVSEC is entirely dedicated to the worldwide PV solar sector and its sustainable development. In 2026, the EU PVSEC will take place from 14 – 18 September at the WTC Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

The conference programme is coordinated by the European Commission Joint Research Centre (JRC). Find more information at www.eupvsec.org.
