Hydropower Knowledge

Access to reliable electricity remains a significant challenge in many mountainous regions around the world. These areas often suffer from limited infrastructure, harsh terrain, and high costs of connecting to national power grids. However, small hydropower plants (SHPs) offer an efficient, susta...Read more »

Axial-flow hydropower plants, commonly equipped with Kaplan turbines, are ideal for sites with low to medium head and large flow rates. These turbines are widely used in run-of-river and low-head dam projects due to their high efficiency and adaptability. The success of such hydropower installati...Read more »

Harness Clean Energy with the S-Type Tubular Turbine Efficient. Compact. Sustainable. In the evolving world of renewable energy, hydropower continues to lead as one of the most reliable and environmentally friendly sources. For sites with low hydraulic heads and large water flows, the S-Type Tubu...Read more »

As the demand for clean and decentralized energy grows, micro hydropower is becoming a viable and sustainable option for rural electrification and off-grid communities. A 150kW micro hydropower plant is an ideal size for powering small villages, agricultural operations, or remote industries. This...Read more »

Hydropower, a clean and renewable source of energy, holds immense potential for addressing Africa’s growing energy needs. With its vast river systems, varied topography, and favorable climatic conditions, the continent is richly endowed with hydroelectric resources. However, despite this na...Read more »

Pacific Island Countries and Territories (PICTs) are increasingly turning to renewable energy sources to enhance energy security, reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, and address climate change. Among the various renewable options, hydropower—particularly small hydropower (SHP)—stands out du...Read more »

As the global energy sector transitions toward cleaner, more sustainable power sources, the integration of hydropower and energy storage systems (ESS) is emerging as a powerful strategy. Both technologies play crucial roles in enhancing grid stability, improving energy efficiency, and supporting ...Read more »

In recent years, Chile and Peru have faced ongoing challenges related to energy supply, particularly in rural and remote regions where access to the national grid remains limited or unreliable. While both countries have made significant strides in renewable energy development, including solar and...Read more »

ydroelectric power remains one of the most sustainable and widely used sources of renewable energy worldwide. Among the various turbine technologies, the Kaplan turbine is particularly suited for low-head, high-flow applications. A specialized variation of this design—the S-type Kaplan turbine—ha...Read more »

Planning steps and precautions for micro hydropower plants I. Planning steps 1. Preliminary investigation and feasibility analysis Investigate the river or water source (water flow, head height, seasonal changes) Study the surrounding terrain and confirm whether the geological conditions are suit...Read more »

1. Development History The Turgo turbine is a type of impulse turbine invented in 1919 by the British engineering company Gilkes Energy as an improved version of the Pelton turbine. Its design aimed to enhance efficiency and adapt to a wider range of heads and flow rates. 1919: Gilkes introduced ...Read more »

Small hydropower was missing from the 100th anniversary of China’s power generation, and small hydropower was also missing from the annual large-scale hydropower generation activities. Now small hydropower is quietly retreating from the national standard system, which shows that this indust...Read more »