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a more precise way to manage pressure in pipelines – while also producing electricity – our In-PRV product helps water agencies offset their energy costs while saving water, reducing carbon and extending the life of their infrastructure.” The project was made possible with assistance from Puget Sound Energy (PSE), as part of their “Beyond Net Zero Carbon” initiative, and a Coal Transition Board Grant from TransAlta energy company. Through the initiative, PSE targets reduction of its own carbon emissions to net zero and goes beyond by helping other sectors to enable carbon reduction across the state of Washington. “We value the opportunity to provide this
energy efficiency program grant to Skagit PUD to help them be more efficient and build resilience,” said PSE President and CEO Mary Kipp. “This partnership reflects our commitment to combat climate change by reducing our own carbon emissions to net zero and helping other sectors to enable carbon reduction across the state of Washington.” TransAlta, which is in the process of phasing out its last coal-fired power plant in Centralia, Wash., by 2025, has committed to supporting local communities and renewable energy development through its Coal Transition Board Grant process. “We are committed to the development of innovative new forms of renewable energy, and this energy recovery project at Skagit PUD sets a great example for the role water utilities can play in making both water and energy more sustainable,” said John Kousinioris, CEO of TransAlta. “We are excited about the potential for the In-PRV to produce carbon-free electricity from water pipelines across North America.” “Water is a critical resource in Skagit County as it relates to power generation, and this project demonstrates our regional leadership,” Sidhu said.
Skagit PUD’s pump station is the second
installation of the In-PRV in a municipal water pipeline. The first, in the city of Hillsboro, Oregon, came online in September 2020 and is on track to produce 200,000 kWh or more of electricity each year.
Pakistan
JV wins contract for Tarbela 5th Extension E&M works A joint venture of Harbin Electric International Company and Harbin Electric Machinery Company (HEIC-HEMC) has won a US$241.1 million contract for electro-mechanical (E&M) works for the 1530MW Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project in Pakistan. The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) awarded the contract following an international competitive bidding process. The contract was signed
in late June by Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project Director (PD) Muhammad Azam Joya and HEIC-HEMC Vice President Zhang Yu Long on behalf of their organizations. WAPDA Chairman Lt Gen Muzammil Hussain (Retd), WAPDA Member Finance Naveed Asghar, Member Water Abdul Zahir Khan Durrani, Managing Director (Administration) Khalid Saleem, WAPDA Secretary Fakharuzzaman Ali Cheema, General Managers concerned and representatives of the Consultants also attended the ceremony. It is worth mentioning that WAPDA has already awarded contract for civil works of the project in May. Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project is being constructed on Tunnel No. 5 of Tarbela Dam. The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) is providing US$ 390 million for the project, while Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is loaning US$ 300 million. Cumulative generation capacity of the
project stands at 1530MW with three generating units of 510 MW each. The project, scheduled to start electricity generation by mid-2024, will provide 1.347 billion units of low-cost hydel electricity to the National Grid on the average every year. With completion of Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project, installed capacity at Tarbela Dam will rise from 4888MW to 6418MW.
Back in May, Power Construction Corporation of China Limited (PCCCL) was awarded a US$354.6 million contract for civil works at the project.
Chile
Innergex to buy remaining interests in Energía Llaima Innergex Renewable Energy Inc is set to become sole shareholder in Chilean renewable energy company Energía Llaima SpA after agreeing to acquire the remaining 50% interest in the company for CAN$88.36 million, with the firm already owning 50% of the company. Energía Llaima has interests in and
operates three hydro facilities in Chile with a gross installed capacity of 152MW, a solar thermal facility with a gross installed capacity of 34MW, as well as several projects in the development or prospective stages. It also manages operations at the Salvador solar farm on behalf of Innergex. “Three years ago, we entered the Latin American market through a joint venture with Energía Llaima, and we have since gained a solid understanding of the market and operations. Innergex is now ready to pursue its growth on its own in the Chilean and larger Latin America market,” said Michel Letellier, President and Chief Executive Officer of Innergex. “By acquiring the remaining interests in Energía Llaima,
we will be able to unlock value from sharing best practices and achieving operational synergies. We are welcoming a pool of highly skilled and passionate employees who will bring new expertise to Innergex while benefitting from the support of a larger corporation.”
Isreal AFRY to work on Manara pumped storage plant, Israel AFRY has been awarded the Owner’s Engineering services for the 156MW Manara pumped storage power plant in Israel by Ellomay Pumped Storage Ltd, with the project set to create a green battery and a hot reserve for the Israel Electric Company (IEC). The private sector is being encouraged
to initiate and operate private alternative power systems by the Government of Israel, through the Electricity Authority (IEA) and Israel Electric Company (IEC). It is under this initiative that Ellomay Pumped Storage will build and operate the Manara Plant. Ellomay Pumped Storage is a special purpose company of the Israel-based company Ellomay Capital Ltd. working in the renewable energy and power sector both in Europe and in Israel. It has received a provisional license from the State of Israel and signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with IEC. The Manara plant will be located in the Upper Galilee region of Northern Israel, adjacent to the Lebanese border and overlooking the Hula Valley. AFRY’s assignment on the project covers the owner’s engineering services for Ellomay Pumped Storage. AFRY will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely cost and quality fulfilment for the owner, working closely with the EPC contractor, Electra Infrastructure Ltd. In addition to the site activities, AFRY will review the full design and will support the client during the commissioning of the project. The overall schedule for AFRY’s services is about 60 months.
New Zealand Five-year refurbishment project starts at Roxburgh station, New Zealand Contact Energy has announced a project to replace half of the 60-year-old hydropower turbines at the 320MW Roxburgh Power Station over the next five years has begun, with Voith contracted to work on the project. Roxburgh Power Station was commissioned between 1956 and 1962 and still generates with the eight original Canadian built turbines, the first four were installed in 1956/57 and the second four in 1960/61. The current project will see four of the power station’s eight hydro turbines
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