Tag: Hydropower
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Devon’s Groundbreaking High-Density Hydro System Starts Generating Power
First-of-its-kind underground hydro storage begins generating electricity in Devon A hillside near Plymouth, Devon, has become a landmark in renewable energy as a novel, high-density hydropower system begins generating electricity. The project, described by engineers as the first of its kind, embeds a water‑driven energy storage and generation facility underground, offering a new approach to…
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Devon Opens a New Era in Renewable Storage with Underground High-Density Hydro
Introduction: A Battery on a Hillside In a bold step for renewable energy, a hillside outside Plymouth in Devon has begun generating electricity using a first-of-its-kind, high-density hydro system embedded underground. This innovative setup treats hydropower like a hillside battery, storing energy when supply exceeds demand and releasing it when needed. The project aims to…
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First-of-its-kind high-density hydro system begins generating electricity in Devon
Introducing a New Era for Hydropower Storage A hillside “battery” outside Plymouth in Devon has started generating electricity using a first-of-its-kind high-density hydropower system embedded underground. This ambitious project, described by engineers as a new model for energy storage, repurposes one of the oldest forms of power generation to meet modern grid needs. As the…
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Pakistan Accuses India of Weaponizing Water, Threatening Stability
Pakistan accuses India of weaponizing water amid rising tensions In a dramatic escalation of water diplomacy between two South Asian giants, Pakistan’s deputy prime minister charged that India is “weaponizing water” by releasing river flows from Indian dams without advance warning. The accusation, made during a high-profile briefing, framed the move as a violation of…
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A New Deal for the Mekong: Toward Joint Management and Shared Prosperity
Overview: Reframing the Mekong Story The Mekong River basin sits at the heart of Southeast Asia’s development, culture, and ecological wealth. Yet fragmentation and competing claims over water resources, hydropower, fisheries, and flood control threaten both livelihoods and regional harmony. A new deal for the Mekong envisions a shift from unilateral projects to a coordinated,…
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Hydropower Expansion in Indigenous Nepal: Appraisal
Introduction Nepal’s ambition to harness its vast hydro potential has positioned hydropower at the center of its sustainable-energy agenda. Proponents argue that large-scale projects can drive modernization, improve energy access, and foster regional cooperation. Yet the expansion within indigenous territories raises urgent questions about rights, culture, and ecological resilience. This article provides a critical appraisal…
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A Critical Appraisal of Hydropower Expansion in Indigenous Territories of Nepal
Introduction Nepal’s hydropower ambition sits at the intersection of energy security, economic development, and climate resilience. With an estimated potential far exceeding current capacity, the government positions hydropower as a cornerstone of growth, regional cooperation, and green transition. Yet a critical appraisal is essential in the indigenous territories where many large and small projects unfold.…
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Swiss Glaciers Lose 24% of Volume in a Decade
Rapid melt and warnings from the Alps Swiss glaciers have undergone a dramatic retreat over the past decade, losing about a quarter of their volume, according to a new study by Glamos (Réseau des relevés glaciologiques suisses). A snow-poor winter combined with June and August heat waves accelerated melt, pushing several glaciers toward unprecedented losses.…
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Devastation on the Alps: Swiss Glaciers Lose 24% of Volume in a Decade
Alpine glaciers face an accelerating retreat The Swiss glaciers have entered a period of rapid and sustained retreat as climate warming continues to bite. A new assessment by Glamos, the Swiss Glaciological Monitoring Network, shows that glaciers in Switzerland lost about a quarter of their total volume between 2015 and 2025 – roughly 24%. This…
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Ethiopian Renaissance Dam: Benefits for Egypt and Sudan
Introduction to the Ethiopian Renaissance Dam The Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has been a significant point of discussion in the Nile River Basin, impacting not just Ethiopia but also its neighboring countries, Egypt and Sudan. As the construction progresses, various stakeholders are examining the implications of this monumental project. How will Egypt and Sudan benefit…