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Two new mega sessions focus on important industry issues at HYDROVISION International 2024

Two new mega sessions focus on important industry issues at HYDROVISION International 2024

New this year, HYDROVISION International will feature two mega sessions that address hot topics for the global hydropower industry.

These mega sessions take place Thursday, July 18 from 9 to 10 am. The conference planning committee for the event, comprised of 45 hydropower and dam experts from around the world, chose these topics to help the industry address specific challenges.

The mega sessions are:

  • Hydropower’s Critical Role in the Global Decarbonization Journey, moderated by Dominique Gomez, deputy director of the Colorado Energy Office

Decarbonization of the global electric power system requires a significant shift toward renewable energy, including wind and solar generation, which by nature is intermittent. In this session, our expert panelists will discuss how hydropower fits into and supports a larger global portfolio with a heavy base of intermittent generation sources. And how will this affect hydropower development and operations?

  • Climate Change: Opportunity, Risk and How Hydro can Adapt, moderated by Usha Khatiwada, Component Lead Organization: Urja, USAID

Hydroelectric power globally is facing challenges with fuel supply in the form of droughts in some regions and flooding in others. Climate change-induced alterations to power supply can provide opportunities for hydropower, along with risks. Learn how operators are adapting to deal with variations in water availability while meeting customer demand and supporting larger systems.

All badge holders are eligible to attend the mega sessions.

HYDROVISION International 2024 takes place July 15 through 18 in Denver, Colo., U.S. Click here to learn more about the event and register.