Africa Energy Expo is the central meeting place for Pan-African public and private networks and international suppliers and investors to meet, trade and set progress in motion. Supporting COP 27 Africa climate pledges and Africa Power Vision, a continent-wide movement towards achieving reliable and affordable energy access for all; the event gives country stakeholders a chance… Read More »Africa Energy Expo

UNIDO in collaboration with ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), EAC Centre for Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency (EACREEE), International Center on Small Hydro Power (ICSHP), and the Federal Government of Nigeria. The program is designed to enhance the capacities of technical experts, Standards Bureaus, and small hydropower project developers, enabling effective… Read More »Capacity building training on small hydro power development

The Renexpo Interhydro is regarded as the European industry meeting place for hydropower. It acts as a hub between Eastern and Western Europe. This is where the experts meet. The trade fair shows what contribution hydropower makes to a safe, sustainable, affordable and climate-neutral energy supply. The trade fair offers a necessary European platform for… Read More »Renexpo Interhydro

Africa has vast potential for hydropower generation, yet millions lack access to reliable electricity. Data from International Energy Agency shows that 600m Africans are energy poor with no access to electricity. This webinar will explore the opportunities and challenges of harnessing hydropower to meet Africa's growing energy needs. Join us as we discuss the latest… Read More »Webinar: Powering Africa’s future – the role of hydro electricity

This webinar by the International Hydropower Association will focus on the opportunities and challenges in Africa for small hydropower and lessons learned from around the world. Small Hydropower (SHP) is a mature and versatile technology, effective for providing access to clean and sustainable electricity both in the developing and developed world, particularly in rural areas.… Read More »IHA Small Hydropower webinar

A training organised by the Hydropower Sustainability Alliance with support from the International Hydropower Association and Mainstream Energy Solutions Ltd. Africa faces the greatest impact from climate change, affecting water resources and energy needs. Despite these challenges, the continent has a wealth of untapped hydropower potential that could provide clean, renewable energy to millions. However,… Read More »Hydropower Sustainability Standard certified user training: hydropower funding opportunities in Africa

Invest in African Energy 2024 holds great promise for both the European and African energy sectors, creating a synergy that paves the way for mutually beneficial opportunities and projects. Invest in African Energy 2024, (IAE) is an exclusive forum designed to foster collaboration between European investors and African energy markets. With the support of the African… Read More »Invest in African Energy 2024

The International Hydropower Association (IHA) will host two events that are key to progressing sustainable hydropower in Africa in May. ‍ The company roundtable will gather 10-20 senior representatives of African energy companies with IHA Board members to discuss what can be done to increase hydropower development in sub-Saharan Africa (15 May). A high-level roundtable will gather… Read More »HydroPOWER Africa: African Hydropower Week

HYDROVISION International is the premier gathering of global hydro, marine energy, and dams/civil market professionals. As the largest industry event worldwide, it brings together over 1,200 hydro visionaries from power producers, utilities, consultants, large-scale hydro energy users, and engineering, procurement & construction firms from 50+ countries to connect, learn, and discover new solutions. Our conference… Read More »Hydrovision International 2024

Hydropower currently accounts for 40% of sub-Saharan Africa’s electricity supply, yet a staggering 90% of the continent's potential remains untapped. Nigeria, a leading example, installed the second-highest amount of hydropower globally in 2023. Join us on 17 July at 11am BST for IHA's webinar, A roadmap for better, faster hydropower development in Africa. This session will delve into… Read More »Webinar: Unlocking Africa’s hydropower potential – A roadmap for better, faster development

Sedimentation is a pressing issue that threatens the sustainability of Africa’s reservoirs, impacting hydropower generation and degrading water quality. This poses serious challenges to water resource management and ecological health. Climate change and poor land practices exacerbate the problem, leading to economic and social repercussions such as higher operational costs, reduced energy efficiency, and water… Read More »Training course Reservoir Sediment Management for Sustainable Hydropower in Africa

Join ESMAP for the launch of their latest report on Hydropower, where they will explore strategies to leverage opportunities for maximizing socioeconomic benefits. Learn firsthand from the World Bank team behind the Hydropower: Unveiling the Socioeconomic Benefits report outlining key findings and strategies to harness these benefits through policy and planning. Engage with experts from… Read More »ESMAP Report Launch: Unveiling socioeconomic benefits of hydropower energy