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As operators prioritise asset longevity, sustainability and safety,
hydrodemolition is gaining traction as a preferred method for concrete repair
5 World News
India outlines plan to reach 100GW of pumped storage capacity by 2036 Polihali Dam reaches full-section fill design elevation
features 10 14 16 24 10 Spotlight
Why geomorphological considerations must be an essential part of flood emergency planning and hazard assessment
Classified
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Contacts
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Opinion
13 Hydropower’s lexible future
Barrett Bilotta, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Agilitas Energy, outlines how evolving operational strategies, hybrid portfolio integration and supportive policy frameworks could redefine the sector’s role in the coming decade
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Company 14
Pumped storage 20
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A proven solution From Europe to Australia and the US, policymakers, researchers and developers are accelerating efforts to expand pumped storage
Operation & maintenance 24
Engineering the water transition
Gruner looks back on 100 years of engineering expertise in the water and energy sector
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AI & predictive analytics 16
Rethinking dam repair with hydrodemolition
How robotic, high-pressure water jetting improves precision, protects structural integrity and supports more efficient maintenance of dams and related assets
MINT & BRICS 34
Multipurpose dredging solution
VERBUND has selected the amphibious Watermaster Classic V eco-dredger to support hydropower and waterway maintenance, strengthening its ability to manage sediment and vegetation
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Great potential The increasing sophistication of artificial intelligence is leading to greater opportunity for its application across the hydro industry.
A proactive approach In this industry update, IWP&DC gives an insight into O&M practices in Nepal, and considers the important role such costs play in the financial viability of hydropower schemes
Powering growth markets
Examining hydropower’s shifting function across BRICS and MINT electricity systems
Barriers & booms 37
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Protect and enhance Boom systems for hydropower, dam safety, and water management applications
An effective solution An insight into how floating barriers can be used for dam and reservoir protection
Next issue South America regional focus; development and construction of large dams; construction equipment; erosion control; refurbishment; ICOLD 2026 @waterpowermag
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