IBEDC eyes 200MW boost, revives hydro plants
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company plans to rehabilitate hydro plants in Oyo and Osun states and aims to add 200 megawatts of supply through direct purchases from generating companies to enhance electricity reliability.
Celec rules out damage at the Toachi mini hydro plant after emergency due to sediment removal
Celec confirmed that an unexpected water intrusion at the Toachi mini hydro plant did not cause equipment damage or affect personnel after a sediment removal operation.
Opens for reduced environmental requirements for hydro power
The Swedish government proposes legislative changes that would allow for lowered environmental adaptation requirements for hydroelectric plants during permit reviews.
KHNP signs a contract for the supply of a turbine to Dukovany for five billion koruna
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) has signed a significant contract for the supply of a turbine to the new nuclear block construction in Dukovany, Czechia, valued at approximately five billion koruna.
High metal prices gave Hydro a boost
Norwegian company Norsk Hydro reported a fourth-quarter operating profit of 5.6 billion kroner, buoyed by high metal prices and production records, though it continues a workforce reduction plan into 2026.
Heavy accident in Zagreb: Car hits hydrant, street flooded. There are injuries
A traffic accident involving two cars occurred in Zagreb, where one vehicle hit a hydrant causing flooding in the street and leading to multiple injuries.
Kemijärvi said no to billion investments – the city wants to freeze pumped hydro power plants
The city council of Kemijärvi made a decision to effectively ban pumped hydro power plants in the area, with a vote of 17-10.
Seven years ago, Mato, Ivica, and Davor died in the power plant. The trial is still ongoing
Seven years after the tragedy at the Dubrovnik Hydro Power Plant where three employees lost their lives in a fire, the court proceedings are still in progress.
Christmas panto dubbed 'Willy Wonka Experience 2.0' as furious families walk out
A pantomime at Glasgow's OVO Hydro was criticized as the 'Willy Wonka Experience 2.0' after many audience members walked out and requested refunds, claiming they had seen better performances in school shows.