will take place in Seville, Spain 9 to 11 October 2017 For more information please visit: www. hydropower-dams.com The stunning city of Seville in the autonomous community of Andalucia, southern Spain, will provide an ideal setting for the HYDRO 2017 International Conference and Exhibition. Delegates will engage in discussions on all topical issues relating to hydropower, with emphasis on international collaboration: working together in project planning and implementation to shape the future of world hydropower development. SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDE: Shaping the Future of Hydropower organised by
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will take place in Seville, Spain
9 to 11 October 2017
For more information please visit: www. hydropower-dams.com
The stunning city of Seville in the autonomous community of Andalucia, southern Spain, will providean ideal setting for the HYDRO 2017 International Conference and Exhibition.
Delegates will engage in discussions on all topical issues relating to hydropower, with emphasis oninternational collaboration: working together in project planning and implementation to shape the future
of world hydropower development.
SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDE:
Shaping the Futureof Hydropower
organised by
HYDRO 2017 HOST COUNTRY AND CITYThe Aqua~Media team is delighted to be bringing theannual hydropower conference back to Spain, following successful events in Barcelona (1995),Granada (2007) and Bilbao (2012).Spain has been, and continues to be, among Europe’sleading countries for water resources development, hydropower and pumped storage. Unevenly distributedwater resources, with southern areas suffering severedroughts, led the country to develop a comprehensivewater management strategy and in particular a National Hydrological Plan. The country’s history of dam construction dates back tothe second century of the Christian era, with severalRoman dams still in operation for water supply, such asProsperina and Cornalvo.Today there are 1082 large dams in operation, byICOLD’s definition, providing a total storage capacity of56.5 km3. About 20 per cent of the dams have hydroproduction as their sole purpose, and a further 12 percent are multipurpose, with hydro production as one ofthe functions.Spain’s installed hydro capacity currently stands atabout 20 GW, which represents 19 per cent of thetotal. Among the major Spanish hydro plants areAldeadavila (1139 MW, see photo above right) and Alcantara (915 MW). The largest of the country’s 25pumped-storage plants is Cortes-La Muela (1720 MW).Hydro produces around 43 TWh/year, which is about17 per cent of total production. Spain is a major developer of other renewable sources of energy,particularly wind and solar power.The Spanish Government, principal utilities and industry warmly welcome the world hydro communityto Seville, where there will be a chance to learn aboutSpanish past and present water resources development, and to visit some of the most importanthydro and pumped-storage installations.
ARRIVING IN SEVILLESeville’s San Pablo airport is 10 km northeast of thecity. It is served by flights connecting with at least 40major European cities, among which are the main hubsfor inter-continental travellers. The city also has excel-
lent road and rail connections with major Europeancities. For those arriving by air via Spain’s capital city,Madrid, it may be convenient to take the high speedtrain to Seville, with a journey time of 2.5 hours.
THE CITY OF SEVILLESeville, the capital of the southern region of Andalucia,has been regarded as one of the most important citiesof the Iberian peninsula since Roman times. It lies onthe banks of the Guadalquivir and is one of the largesthistorical centres in Europe, with some outstanding examples of Moorish architecture. The city’s main landmarks will be visited by those participating on thehalf day excursion on 8 October, or on the accompanying persons’ programme.
CLIMATEOctober is one of the best times of the year to visitSeville, with daytime temperatures usually averagingaround 20ºC, and plenty of sunshine.
CONFERENCE VENUEHYDRO 2017 will take place in the elegant and spacious FIBES 1 Congress and Exhibition Centre (seephoto below left), which is characterized by impressivearchitecture and modern, spacious conference andexhibition facilities. It is located about 4 km from thehistoric centre of Seville.
ACCOMMODATIONHotel rooms have been reserved for HYDRO 2017 delegates at favourable rates, and in various price categories. One is within walking distance of the FIBESConvention Centre, and the others are in the centre ofthe city with a shuttle service provided (see details atthe back of this brochure). Registration is handled byASK Event Management Ltd, through the officialHYDRO 2017 online booking system (opening in earlyJuly). Please note that no other accommodation agents
are representing this conference, so we recommendthat you do not give creditcard details to other agenciesclaiming to representHYDRO2017.
HYDRO 2017 TIMETABLE Sunday 8 October Monday 9 October Tuesday 10 October Wednesday 11 October
From 08.30 hrs: 08.30 hrs: 08.30 hrs: 08.30 hrs: Conference Registration opens Opening Plenary Session: Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Exhibition set-up for custom stands only Welcome addresses 12a - Pumped storage 24 - Intakes and penstock Keynote addresses 13 - Hazard and risk 25 - Upgrading and refurbishment - I 14 - Project planning and implementation 26 - Small hydro: R&D 09.00 hrs: 15 - Capacity building 27 - Sedimentation management Small Hydro Seminar begins Coffee Coffee Coffee 10.45 hrs: Excursion departs for Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Tour of city landmarks and monuments 1 - Risk management 12b - Pumped storage 28 - Energy and water services (IEA session) (including lunch) 2 - Cross border collaboration 16 - Powerplant safety 29 - Upgrading and refurbishment - II 3 - Hydraulic machinery: Research 17 - Challenging sites 30 - Small hydro: Case studies 4 - Civil works: design 18 - Students and young engineers 31 - Grid issues Lunch Lunch Lunch
14.00 hrs: Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Access to stands for exhibitors 5 - Unlocking investments in private hydropower 12c - Pumped storage 32 - Social issues 6 - Managing GHG emissions (IEA session) 19 - Gates and valves 33 - Operation and maintenance 7 - Hydraulic machinery: Design & operation 20 - Dam safety 34 - Tunnels 8 - Civil works: Construction and materials 21 - Environmental issues 35 - Electrical engineering
Coffee Coffee Coffee 19.00 hrs: Chairmen’s Meeting Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Closing Plenary Session: followed by 9 - Contractual issues 12d - Pumped storage Summary and outcomes 19.30 hrs: 10 - Climate 22 - Spillways and plunge pools Welcome to ASIA 2018, Danang,Vietnam Speakers’ Briefing at the 7 - Hydraulic machinery II (contd) 20 - Dam safety and HYDRO 2018, Poland FIBES I Congress and Exhibition Centre 11 - Civil works: Upgrading 23 - Environmental issues: Fish protection
Speakers’ and Chairmen’s Reception Pabellón de la Navegación (Maritime Museum) Refreshments in the Exhibition Halls Hacienda San Miguel de Montelirio
Melia Lebreros hotel (transport will be provided) Seville (Evening free for private parties) Co-hosted by ENDESA
PRE-CONFERENCE SMALL HYDRO WORKSHOP
PRE-CONFERENCE EXCURSION
Many factors are considered in the design and constructionof the optimum hydropower project. All parts of ascheme are interrelated and interdependent. Changeone component and all others are affected.This workshop, following the successful one held atASIA 2016 in Vientiane, Laos, is aimed at people whoare, or will be, involved in hydropower development aspart of rural electrification programmes. It will coverrun-of-river hydro projects in the ‘pico’ to ‘mini’ range:approximately 1 kW to 1 MW capacity.
As this is a diverse form of energy production, thereare always areas which are unfamiliar to people,despite many individual specialisms. This workshopaims to fill in the gaps, and help people to gain a goodbasic grounding in the topic.All relevant aspects will be covered, from rainfall toenergy evaluation, including:
•Analysis of scheme location and definition of potential catchments•Turning rainfall into an available flow range from a catchment and development of a flow duration curve•Power and energy generated calculation•Intake structures, channel and/or pipeline routes and sizing•Powerhouse design and equipment•Turbine selection•Generator, controls and switchgear options•Grids, national and local
This will be a ‘hands-on’ workshop, which will involvethe participants, working in groups, in developing an
actual hydropower project during the day. After presentations on the individual scheme aspects, thegroups will put together the components of the project.This will follow through to the completed design. Feedback from the workshop in Laos included the comment: “Extremely useful and informative – handson approach is best!”
Sunday 8 OctoberHalf-day excursionAs usual, on the day of arrival and registration for theconference, a local excursion has been arranged togive all participants the opportunity to see some of themost important sights in the host city, and to enjoylunch together.
The excursion will depart mid-morning from the FIBESCongress Centre, and will begin with a walking tourof the magnificent Alcázar Royal Palace, originallydeveloped by Moorish Muslim kings. Today the Alcazarhas sections which demonstrate the architecture of four
eras: Moorish (11th and 12th centuries), Gothic (13thcentury), Mudejar (14th century), and Renaissance(15th and 16th centuries).
There will be a chance to stroll through the peacefulpatios and gardens, and to see the oldest part, Patiodel Yeso, dating from Moorish times, as well as theHouse of Trade, within the Renaissance Palace, whereColumbus signed his contract with Queen Isabella.Italianate features, such as marble arches and columns,were added in the 16th century.
At the Palace of Don Pedro I, which represents a fusionof Moorish and Christian features, there is a sunkengarden, and the famous Patio de las Doncellas.
Lunch will provide an opportunity to sample the localcuisine of Andalucia.
In the afternoon, the excursion will continue with aguided tour through the streets of the St Cruz quarter.This part of town, a labyrinth of narrow streets, is theformer Jewish quarter of the medieval city, and isbordered by the Jardines de Murillo, the Real Alcázar,Calle Mateos Gago, and Calle Santa María LaBlanca/San José. A recommended area to see is theBarrio de San Bartolomé.
The group will return to the Congress Centre in the lateafternoon, in good time for meetings taking place forchairmen and speakers.
Design a small hydropower project in one day (Sunday 8 October)
Co-sponsored by:
This is an independent charitable foundation, governed by an international board of trustees,set up in 2007 with the principal aim of facilitating the
participation at the annualHydro Conferences ofdelegates from the lessdeveloped and developingcountries, and others withcurrent economic difficulties.
Details of the application process for funding can befound on the dedicated web page, at:
www.hydropower-dams.com
Fully completed applications, with supporting references, must be received by the organizers at least10 weeks prior to the date of the conference, to allowsufficient time for processing by the trustees.
Successful applicants will normally be granted assistance to cover the conference registration fees, andin some cases accommodation. Travel expenses will generally not be covered, although in some exceptionalcases, contributions towards travel costs may be granted.
If you or your company would like to make a donationto the Foundation, you will have the opportunity to do soat the time of registration.
AMI HYDROPOWER FOUNDATION
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Monday 9 OctoberOpening plenary session
xw Introduction to HYDRO 2017: Alison Bartle, Aqua~Media International Ltd xw Welcome messages from the Spanish co-hosts, and officers of the professional associationsxw Keynote addresses from experts in the profession
Parallel sessionsSession 1 – Risk
Chairperson – Dr J. Plummer-Braeckman, University of Cambridge, UKxw Putting sound risk management into practice: A case study – K.I. Candee, Aqua Energie LLC, USA; P.H. Perazzo, ENDE Servicios y Consrucciones, Boliviaxw Have we got better at controlling time and cost overruns since 2000? – J. Plummer-Braeckman, University of Cambridge, UK, University of Cambridge, UK; J. Kirchherr, Utrecht University, The Netherlands; T. Disselhoff, Leuphana University, Germanyxw Sustainability: Financial implications for the design and operation of dams – R. Hotchkiss, Brigham Young University, USAxw Special aspects of design and construction of the Sendje hydro plant in the Republic of Equatorial Guinea – R. Malizderskyi and A. Berner, Duglas Alliance Ltd, Ukraine
Session 2 – Cross border collaborationChairman – J-M. Devernay, Consultant, France As transboundary lake and river basins cover nearly half of the Earth’s land surface, and account foran estimated 60 per cent of global freshwater flow, the need for countries to collaborate in the development of their hydropower potential at the regional scale to maximize water, energy and climate services is likely to grow in the future. Genuine opportunities also exist for the export ofclean and cheap electricity generated by hydropower in countries where a high untapped potentialexist to energy-hungry neighbouring countries, to foster the development of more climate resilientand efficient regional electricity systems.This new session will explore a number of success stories of hydro projects developed as a result ofregional collaboration, in particular in the Himalayan region, in the Mekong basin, in Africa and inEurope. It will also highlight the specific challenges that future regional projects will face. The role ofmultilateral banks as potential conveners and facilitators of the dialogue between their client countries will also be discussed.w Transboundary hydro projects in the Gambia river basin – L. Fofana, High Commissioner, OMVGxw Power development in Southern Africa – O. Ystgaard and P. M. Heggli, Norconsult AS, Norway xw Improvement of the Kembs environmental project through cross-border discussions – A. Barillier and A. Garnier, EDF, France w Regional collaboration in hydropower projects on the Mekong river – Xaypaseuth Phomsoupha, Department of Energy Business, MEM, Lao PDRw South Asia: Opportunities for cross border collaboration in electricity trade – C. Rinzin, Druk Green Power Corporation Ltd, Bhutan
Sessions 3 – Hydro machinery researchChairman – Prof F. Avellan, EPFL-LMH, Switzerlandxw Experimental investigation and analysis of the spear valve design on the performance of Turgo impulse turbines – A. Zidonis, S. Petley and G.A. Aggidis, Lancaster University, UK; D.S. Benzon, Mott MacDonald Ltd, UK; A. Panagiotopoulos, J.S. Anagnostopoulos and D.E. Papantonis, National Technical University of Athens, Greecexw A CFD approach for assessing sediment erosion on Francis runners – J.H. Masoodi, G.A. Harmain, F.A. Najar, M. Zehab-Din and I. Maekai, National Institute of Technology Srinagar, India; A. Jameel, Shri Mata Vashno Davi University, Indiaxw Towards extending Francis turbine operation to very deep part load: Insights gained from the European HYPERBOLE project – P. Conrad, Dr W. Weber, M. Maiwald and Dr A. Jung, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; J. Loefflad, Voith Digital Solutions GmbH, Germanyxw State of the art in Francis turbine design – H. Brekke, Professor Emeritus Consult, NTNU, Norwayxw Relationship between wave propagation velocity and singular pressure variation at load rejection – S. Yamato, K. Shimokawa, S. Nakamura and M. Nakai, Voith Fuji Hydro, Japanxw High part-load fluctuations in Francis turbines and the applicability of model test data – T. Neidhardt and M. Magnoli, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; J. Gummer, Hydro-Consult Pty Ltd, Australiaxw Optimal blade design and model test validation for the developments of a diagonal turbine – R. Lestriez, NumIberica, Spain; C. Cottin, Mhylab, Switzerlandxw Detection of vortex frequency in the draft tube of a model test pump turbine by ultrasound – R. Agner, P. Gruber, S. Deniz and P. Odermatt, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), Switzerland
Session 4 – Civil engineering: DesignChairman – M. Rogers, MWH, USAxwRibeiradio and Ermida dam foundation treatment: Design, execution and effectiveness control – A. Morgado, R. Oliveira and C. Costa, COBA, Portugal; C. Lima, M. Queralt and G. Monteiro, EDP Produção, Portugal
xw The Upper Tâmega hydroelectric scheme: Hydraulic design and optimization of the spillway – F. Hernando Matellano, A. Arnaez Barrio and M.A. Ramirez Ruiz, Iberdrola Generación S.A.U., Spainxw Vibration studies of hydraulic powerhouses: Fully coupled model and calibration using experimental measurements – N. Bagneux and S. Domitile, EDF-CIH, Francexw Innovative solutions for the development of the 1410 MW 5th Hydropower Extension Project at Tarbela dam, Pakistan – B. Darling, Mott MacDonald, UKxw Hydraulic design: Alto Maipo hydropower project – S. Weissenbach, ILF Consulting Engineers Austria GmbH, Austria
Session 5 – Unlocking investments in private hydropowerCo-Chairs - L. Canale, Senior Hydropower Specialist, The World Bank; C.R. Head, Consultant, UKxw Introduction to the key challenges in developing private hydropower (by the Co-Chairmen)xw The Private Sector Window (PSW): a new World Bank facility to support PPPs – N.J. Sans, World Bankxw The FELT (Finance, Engineer, Lease and Transfer) concept: A new business model to unlock private investment – M. McWilliams, Mott McDonald, UKxw A Q&A session and panel discussion will follow. The panel of experts will offer their views on the best ways of attracting the private sector in the implementation of hydro projects, based on some specific examples of their international experience.Panellists will include; O. Tricca (Energy Department, European Investment Bank), P. Kunert (Joule Africa,UK), J. Dumas, (EDF, France), B. Quigley, (Stucky, Switzerland); and, M. McWilliams (Mott McDonald, UK). Key issues for discussion will include risk-sharing and mitigation; achieving a balance between commercialneeds and long-term sovereign interests; equitable sharing of benefits; sustainability of long concessionarrangements in changing conditions; reducing the lead time for the private investor; and alternative procurement models for the private partner.
Session 6 – GHG emissions (IEA session)Chairman - N. Nielsen, IEA Hydro, Australia Potential issues associated with GHG emissions from reservoirs are important to the hydropower industry, where carbon footprints are receiving increased scrutiny. The IEA Hydro Annex on ‘Managing GHG Reservoir Emissions’ is a leader in this initiative, and will launch its third Volume ofGuidelines on Management, Mitigation and Modelling at the Conference. (This follows the launch ofGuidelines Volume I on Measurement Programs and Data Analysis at HYDRO 2012 and Volume 2covering Modelling at HYDRO 2015). The session will launch Guidelines Volume 3, and overview theAnnex. Alternative methodologies to reduce emissions, where possible, and allocate them to the vari-ous users of multipurpose reservoirs, will be outlined. Presentations will then be given.xw IEA Hydro Annex XII: Managing the carbon balance in freshwater reservoirs – Dr J. M. Damazio, CEPEL, Brazil xw Approach to the manage, mitigate and allocate GHG emissions from hydropower reservoirs – N.M. Nielsen, IEA Hydro, Australiaxw Pre-impoundment GHG emissions from the China Three Gorges reservoir – Prof Li Zhe, Chongqing Institute of Green and Intelligent Technology Research, Chinaxw Gross GHG emissions from the newly created Romaine 2 reservoir in Boreal Québec, Canada – Dr A. Tremblay, Hydro-Québec, Canada; P. del Giogio, Québec University, Canadaxw A leading practice example: Greenhouse gas monitoring at the Theun-Hinboun Hydropower Company, Nam Gnouang reservoir, Laos – Vongchanh Indavong and J. Millgate, THPC, Laos A panel discussion will follow on IEA’s Guidelines for Quantitative Analysis of Net GHG Emissions fromReservoirs, Volume 3, ‘Management, Mitigation and Allocation’, led by Dr Damazio, CEPEL, Brazil.
Session 7 – Hydraulic machinery: Design and operation Chairman – J. Gummer, Hydro-Consult Pty Ltd, Australiaxw Measures to improve fish survival in axial turbines– J. Michelcic and S. Weissenberger, Andritz Hydro GmbH, Austria; M. RIchmond, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Richland, USAxw Design and implementation experience with oil-free Kaplan runners – S. Krotec, B. Hudobivnik, D. Udovic�and D. Dolenc, Litostroj Power, d.o.o., Sloveniaxw Advantages of SAM turbines over other low or medium head small hydro turbines – A. Monteyremard, O. Teller and P. Pepin, GE Renewable Energy, Francexw Investigation of regulated Darrieus turbines for tidal powerplants – Y. Kuznetsov, G. Semenov, M. Romanova and I. Kuznetsov, Power Machines LMZ, Russiaxw Turbine abrasion: When is a shut-down profitable – Y.C. Agrawal, Sequoia Scientific, Inc, USAxw Francis technology to operate reliably from 0 to 100 per cent – J. Brammer, P-Y Lowys, F. Duparchy, M. Thibaud, K. Wheeler, J. Bremond and R. Guillaume, GE Renewable Energy, Francexw Effects of passage modelling in high-head Francis turbines – E. Tengs, NTNU/EDR Medeso, Norway; P. Storli, NTNU, Norway; M. Holst, EDR Medeso, Norwayxw Numerical investigation of effects of the guidevane tip clearance on the high-head Francis turbine performance quantities – G. Semenov, A. Smirnova and A. Zakharov, Power Machines LMZ, Russiaxw Composite bearing design with improved tribology and machinability for aggressive applications – M. Kim and E. Wapner, GGB Bearing Technologies, USAxw Reducing maintenance through implementation of water-lubricated turbine guide bearings: Design principles and case studies – G. Auger and G. Ren, Thordon Bearings Inc., Canada
CONFERENCE SESSIONS
CONFERENCE SESSIONSxw A study on methods for bearing adjustment – T. Ishii and N. Kashima, Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc, Japan; M. Kawabata, N. Yoshida and Y. Abeta, Tribotex Co., Ltd, Japanxw Independent model testing in the Andritz Hydro laboratory by Norconsult: A new way of witness testing – H. Bjørndal and L. Parr, Norconsult AS, Norway; P. Grafenberger and J. Steinmassl, Andritz Hydro GmbH, Austriaxw An alternative approach to the Karman Vortex problem in modern hydraulic turbines – T. Neidhardt, A. Jung and S. Hyneck, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; J. Gummer, Hydro-Consult Pty Ltd, Australiaxw Prototype measurements of the regulating forces in a water-filled Kaplan runner: Improving the understanding for fatigue life prediction – T. Neidhardt and M. Kondo, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; P. Jonsson and A. Skagerstrand, Vattenkraft AB, Sweden xw CFD computation of transients in pump-turbines – E. Casartelli, A. Del Rio, O. Ryan and Prof. L. Mangani, Hochschule Luzern, Switzerland
Session 8 – Civil works: Materials and constructionChairman – Dr M. Dunstan, MD&A Associates, UKxw Experiences and challenges in shaft construction at the Uma Oya project, Sri Lanka – A. Rahbar Farshbar and B. Ahabi Manafi, Farab Co, Iran; P. Stkne, Marti Contractors Ltd, Austria; D Dodangeh, Mahab Ghodss Consulting Engineering Co, Iran; E. Eccles Pöyry Switzer- land Ltd, Switzerlandxw The application of BIM 5D during the construction of the powerhouse at the Golen Gol hydropower plant in Pakistan for monitoring purpose – C. Siemer, Fichtner GmbH, Germanyxw Assessment on the performance of the RCC properties in Myanmar – Zaw Min San, Ministry of Electricity and Energy, Myanmarxw Review on quality control of roller compacted concrete dams during construction: A case study of the Dyraaba and Puhulpola RCC dams in Sri Lanka – H.M. Torkamani, Farab Company, Iranxw Safety design of concrete for dams: Prevention, diagnosis and prognosis of alkali-silica reaction – E. Menéndez, B. Aldea and R. García-Rovés, CSIC, Spainxw Asphaltic cores: Making embankment dams truly watertight – D. Müller, Walo International AG, Switzerland; D. Wilson, Walo UK Ltd, UK
Session 9 – Contractual issuesChairman – P. Rae, P.J. Rae Consulting, Canadaxw Why do power purchase agreements sell energy – C. Grant, Multiconsult UK Ltd, UKxw Improving construction management of large hydropower projects: A consultant’s perspective – E. Aamot, O. Ystgaard, Ø. Engelstad and Ø. Lilleland, Norconsult AS, Norwayxw Development of Pakistan’s hydropower potential through independent power producers (IPPs) using the example of the 1124 MW Kohala hydro plant – Dr R. Siebel, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germany; Zhang Jun, Kohala Hydro Company Ltd, China; Yi Lu, Changjiang Institute of Survey, Planning, Design and Research Co Ltd, ChinaxwCritical success factors in a contract regarding the rehabilitation retrofit of an existing hydro plant: Contractual strategies to minimize project-related risks – B. Geisseler, Geisseler Law, Germany
Session 10 – ClimateChairman – Prof A. Schleiss, EPFL-LCH, Switzerland, and President, ICOLDxw World Bank guidelines on climate change and natural disasters resilience for hydropower projects – B. Trouille, Mott MacDonald, USA; K. Macpherson and N. Kent, Mott MacDonald, UK xw Integrated geohazard assessment as part of climate change resilience and disaster risk management in the hydropower sector in high mountain environments – J.M. Reynolds, Reynolds International Ltd, UKxw Swedish perspective at hydropower production and outlook using climate scenarios – K. Hallberg, WSP Sverige AB, Sweden; E. Sjökvist, Sweden meteorological and hydrological institute, Swedenxw Assessing the potential increase of seasonal energy storage to mitigate the impact of climate change in Switzerland: Case study of the Grande Dixence dam – P. Manso, A.J. Schleiss and J. Dujardin, EPFL-ENAC-IIC-LCH, Switzerland; B. Monay, Sticky SA, Switzerland; M. Zappa, Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research, Switzerlandxw Perpetual supply of water: Climate change and sustainable development – G. Annandale, George W. Annandale, Inc., USA
Session 11 – Upgrading of civil structuresChairman – Prof L. Berga, Hon. President, ICOLD, Spainxw Civil engineering: Research, development and innovation for the maintenance of water channels – A.B. Martin Vacas and A. Millán Mattern, Iberdrola Generación Hidráulica, Spainxw Underwater work at the Punt dal Gall dam – E. Kaempfen, Hydro Exploitation SA, Switzerland; M. Roth, Engadiner Kraftwerke, Switzerlandxw Sealing of leakage in the Prada pressure gallery, Spain – J.A. Alonso Pérez, Endesa, Spain; A. Vaquero Hernández, HCC, Spainxw Upgrading of sand traps at existing hydropower plants – K. Vereide, L. Lia and O.H. Havrevoll, NTNU, Norway; W. Richtner, Graz Technical University, Austria; T. Jakobsen, SediCon, Norwayxw Safety assessment of concrete-embedded steel structures by non-linear finite element analysis – E. Digerud, T.N. Nguyen, J. Østerbø and H. Føsker, Norconsult AS, Norway
Tuesday 10 October
Session 12(a) – Pumped storage: Lessons learned I Co-Chairs – B. Trouille, Mott MacDonald, USA; J. Freitas, EDP, Portugalxw Double earth fault in a pumped-storage plant during back-to-back launching sequence – J-L. Drommi, EDF-DPIH, Francexw Water and air waves in very long underground pumped-storage reservoirs – E. Pummer, Aachen University, Germanyxw Challenges during the pump-turbine rehabilitation of Bolarque II – C. Widmer, Andritz Hydro AG, Switzerland; A. Gehrer, Andritz Hydro AG, Austria; J-J. Alonso, Andritz Hydro SL, Spainxw The 240 MVA motor generators for the Reißeck II pumped-storage plant: An electrical rotating machine beyond threshold – W. Ladstätter and M. Gerhold, Andritz Hydro GmbH, Austria; K. Zikulnig and F. Senn, Verbund Hydro Power GmbH, Austriaxw Design and implementation of the Salamonde II hydroelectric project – P. Santos, L. Gusmão and H. Fangueiro, COBA Engineering and Environmental Consultants, Portugal; J. Sousa Costa, EDP, Gestão da Produção de Energia, SA, Portugalxw Role and benefits of the Avce pumped-storage plant – B. Kastelan, G. Hvala and T. Kocina, Soške Elektrarne Nova Gorica, Sloveniaxw Transit-time flow measurements at pumped-storage plants – D. Bozic, Markoja Ltd, Croatia; D. Bojic, S. Sapunar, S. Simurina and N. Vrkic, HEP Proizvodnja Ltd, Croatia
Session 12(b) – Pumped storage: Lessons learned II Co-Chairs – B. Trouille, Mott MacDonald, USA; and M. Ordoñez Fernández,ENDESA, Spainxw Ingula pumped-storage scheme: Project lessons learnt during the design, procurement and construction – C. Logan, and N. Nkiwano, Gibb Pty Ltd, South Africaxw Increasing the safety of the hydraulic structures at the Dniester pumped-storage plant using an automated monitoring system – V. Hryshko, Hydrotechproject Ltd, Ukrainexw Investigation of the special behaviour of delayed load rejections on a 3 ¥ 150 MW pumped-storage plant – J. Junginger, Dr A. Ruprecht and Prof S. Riedelbauch, University of Stuttgart, Germany; S. Kolb, AF-Consult Switzerland Ltd, Switzerland; S. Vogel, Nant de Drance SA, Switzerlandxw Integration of the Reißeck II pumped-storage plant into the operation of the Malta power system, Austria – J. Mayrhuber, Verbund Hydro Power GmbH, Austria
Session 12(c) – Pumped storage: New storage conceptsCo-Chairs – B. Trouille, Mott MacDonald, USA; E. Sola Álvarez, Iberdrola, Spainxw The role of pumped storage in improving the integration of generation from renewable sources: The case of Germany – F.K. Tedla and I. Gillies, AECOM, UK; Prof. S. Wieprecht, University of Stuttgart, Germanyxw Investigation of unsteady phenomena in high-head double-stage pump-turbines for heads of up to 800 m – R. S. Akulaev, A. V. Abushik, A. D. Zubov, I. L. Kuznetsov and V.N. Seleznev, Power Machines LMZ, Russiaxw An innovative pumped-storage project in an underground mine – K. Öhlböck, G. Lang and T. Weissensteiner, Pöyry Energy GmbH, Austriaxw Hybrid and symbiotic solutions for a combination of intermittent RES with storage and pumped storage plants – Dr K. Krueger and Dr C. Mende, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; Prof. A. Slocum, NIT Cambridge, USAxw Calculation of the power loss and compensation in shared tunnels for a pumped-storage plant with variable speed pumps – Jiehong Kong and H.I. Skjelbred, Sintef Energy Research, Norway; H. Abgottspon, Axpo Trading AG, Switzerlandxw Renewable Energy Market Report (REMR2017) – P. Frankl, IEA, France
Session 12(d) – Pumped storage: Potential,plans and case studies
Co-Chairs – B. Trouille, Mott MacDonald, USA; J. Baztan MorenoGas Natural Fenosa, Spainxw Is there a case for new pumped storage in the UK? – T. D.J.Pendrey, Mott MacDonald, UK; B. Trouille, Mott MacDonald, USAxw Successful energy transition in Germany: The contribution of increased pumped storage – K. Krueger, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co KG, Germany; A. Moser, Aachen University, Germanyxw Site selection and feasibility study for a pumped-storage plant in Uruguay – J. Baztan Moreno and P. Baztan Moreno, Gas Natural Fenosa, SpainxwUnderground pumped storage in Wallonia, Belgium, using old mines: Potential and challenges – S. Erpicum, P. Archambeau, B. Dewals, M. Pirotton, E. Puades, P. Orban, A. Dassargues, B. Cer fontaine and R. Charlier, Liège University, Belgium; A. Poulain and P. Goderniaux, Mons University, Belgium; B. Ronchi, C. Frippiat and M. Veschkens, Institut Scientifique de Service Public, Belgiumxw Enhancing power generation at the 7 Forks cascade with a pumped-storage scheme – J.A. Swabu and T.M. Bakabsha, Kenya Electricity Generating Co Ltd, Kenya
CONFERENCE SESSIONSxwAtdorf pumped-storage plant: Three weeks of public discussion and a milestone in the permit application procedure – R. Fritzer and E. Manninger, ILF Consulting Engineers Austria GmbH, Austria; M. Fink, Schluchseewerk AG, Germany; U. Gommel, EnBW AG, Germanyxw On the pooling of hydro assets and grid-scale battery energy storage systems – R. Bucher and A. Schreider, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germanyxw Study of cavitation erosion in the pumping mode of a prototype pumped-storage plant – T. Cencic , Soške Eletrarne Nova Gorica, Slovenia; M. Hocevar and B. Širok, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Ljubljana, Sloveniaxw Augmentation of hydropower capacity by developing pumped storage for existing hydro plants: A concept note – K. Singh, L.M. Verma, K.K. Garg and P. Sharma, SJVN, India
Session 13 – Natural hazard and riskCo-Chairs – Prof J. Reynolds, Reynolds International Ltd, UK;and P. Pradhan, Butwal Power Company, Nepalxw Risk assessment for dams of different types and purposes in OECD and non-OECD countries with a focus on time trend analysis – A. Kalinina, T. Sacco, M. Spada and P. Burgherr, Paul Scherrer Institut, Switzerlandxw Lake Sarez could unravel southern Tajikistan’s hydro potential – A. Palmieri, Consultant, Italy; P. Droz, Stucky SA, Switzerlandxw Discovery of a hidden and completely clay-filled syn-glacial valley with severe impact on a hydropower project in the foothills of the Central Swiss Alps – T. Dietler, Pöyry Switzerland Ltd, xw Modelling inflow to hydropower reservoirs in sub-arctic, glaciated watersheds with complex terrain and volcanic surface geology – S.O. Palmarsson, H. Sigurjonsson, A. Gudmundsson and E.M. Myer, Vatnaskil Consulting Engineers, Icelandxw Perception analysis of public awareness and preparedness in preparing early warning systems for dam safety: A case study in the Cameron Highlands – S. Muda Rahsidi, TNB Research Sdn. Bhd, Malaysia; I. Tukiman, M.R.H. Hussain and I. Zen, International Islamic University, Malaysia
Session 14 – Project planning and implementationChairman – H.I. Aker, Dolsar Engineering, Turkeyxw The complex management of the waters of the Nuble river in Chile – R. Basso and F. Cevallos, Lombardi Eng. Ltd, Switzerland; S. Bonanni and P. Buonanno, Astaldi SpA, Italyxw Serial hydropower development plan on Myitnge river basin: The Namlang hydropower project – W. Htun, Ministry of Electricity and Energy, Myanmarxw Harnessing hydropower for SCORE: A success story of Murum hydroelectric plant – J.A. Janggu, M. Hussain and P. Wong, Sarawak Energy Berhad, Malaysiaxw Nachtigal: A 420 MW hydro project dedicated to Cameroon’s national grid – O. Flambard, Nachtigal Hydro Power Company, Cameroon; R. Baudet, D. Magnan,and P. Grillot, EDF National Hydro Engineering Center, Francexw Management of the early impounding of Gibe III dam in Ethiopia – P. de Barmon and M. L’Hostis, Tractebel Engie, France; S. Amodeo, ELC Electroconsult, Italy; A. Asnake, EEP, Ethiopiaxw Laúca hydropower project, Angola: Impounding and commissioning – J. Horn, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germany; E.D. Estêvão, GAMEK - Gabinete de Aproveitamento do Médio Kwanza, Angolaxw The role of BIM during the tender phase of a powerhouse structural design: A practical case – N. Andre, C. Ferreira, C.M.R.M Lima, A. Alexandre, F. Marques and I.M.C Gaspar, EDP, Gestão da Produção de Energia, SA, Portugal
Session 15 – Capacity buildingCo-Chairs – M. de Vivo, Secretary-General, ICOLD; and A. Nombre,Hon President, ICOLD, Burkina Fasoxw Training on dam safety, operation and maintenance: Some practical thoughts – M.G. de Membrillera Ortuño and O. Pérez Arroyo, Ofiteco, Spainxw Working against capacity building and training: We are getting it wrong – Dr. A. Hughes, Atkins, UKxw Capacity building for hydro plants: Perspective for Sarawak Energy’s operational excellence – H.H. Perhi and M. Hussain, Sarawak Energy Berhad, Malaysiaxw Dam Engineers in Indonesia – T. Hartanto and A.P. Wahyudi, Ministry of Public Works and Housing, Republic of Indonesia
Session 16 – Hydro plant safetyChairman – O. Westberg, Sivilingeniør Ole A. Westberg AS, Norwayxw Cyber-security in hydro plants: Implementation at a 1 GW pumped-storage scheme – W. Voigt and R. Bucher, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germany; J. Menting, Laborelec, Belgium xw New hydroelectric control centre: Integrating the past, preparing for the future – L. Pertierra Fernández and R.A. Suárez de la Puente, Gas Natural Fenosa Generación, Spainxw Surge tank design in Austria: Dimensioning philosophy for flexible hydropower – W. Richter, H. Knoblauch and G. Zenz, Graz University of Technology, Austriaxw Safety and reliability of hydraulic structures during the construction of the Kakhovka 2 hydro plant – A. Zhakun, Ukrhydroproject PJSC, Ukraine
xw Hydro plant security: Transient flow simulation associated with records of transient sensors – J-L. Kueny, Optydro Concept, Francexw A risk-based programme to improve public safety downstream of powerplants – C. Todde, Group R, Switzerland; and B. Géhant and R. Leclercq, Oxand, France
Session 17 – Challenging sitesChairman – L. Mouvet, Hydro Operation International, Switzerlandxw Challenges faced during the construction of a 38 m-diameter surge shaft in Himalayan geology at Rampur – R.N. Misra, M.K. Sharma and B. Sharma, SJVN, Indiaxw Underwater heightening of the intake at the Gries-dam – A. Kaufmann and Y. Décaillet, Hydro Exploitation SA, Switzerlandxw Implementation of the dam complex at Upper Atbara, Sudan, in challenging site conditions – F. Zoellner and Y. Scheid, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germany; M. Mukthar, Dams Implementation Unit (DIU), Sudanxw The renaissance of the Banja hydro project – X. Lorrain, F. Ferranti and Y. Felix, Tractebel Engie, France
Session 18 – Planning for the next generation of hydro expertsCo-Chairs – Dr A. Hughes, Atkins, UK; and J. Polimón, SPANCOLD, SpainPart One – International hydro experiences of students and young engineersIn addition to supporting and supervising Bachelor and Master Theses, the initiative ‘Multiconsult forStudents’ (Must) aims to recruit talented and committed students to bring new knowledge to thecompany. Every summer, Multiconsult’s Department of Renewable Energy engage three to fourstudents for the Must Renewable Energy International Hydropower summer program. The studentsform a multidisciplinary team set to working on a project for an actual client. The Must team is formed by four highly qualified students with backgrounds ranging from civilengineering to industrial economics and technology management, all with a keen interest in renewableenergy. The project is a pre-feasibility study for the potential of a cascade of small-scale hydropower plantsdownstream of the existing Kikuletwa hydropower station on the Kikuletwa river, northeast Tanza-nia. The clients are the Danish investors Frontier Energy and Arusha Technical College. Northeast Tan-zania suffers from a major energy deficit, with large distances to the areas with power production. As a result of the large distances, technical power losses are significant. The power produced by a cascade of small hydropower plants will constitute a small, but valuable contributiontowards reducing the critical energy deficit in this region of Tanzania.The students will present their analysis of economic, financial, social, environmental and technical aspects of the cascade scheme.
Part two – Panel discussion from mentors and employersA panel discussion with contributions by senior representatives from organizations including AtkinsGlobal, SPANCOLD, and Multiconsult will explore the approaches and challenges of attracting,training and retaining young engineers in the workforce.
Session 19 – Gates and valvesChairman – P. Erbisti, Consultant, Brazilxw Options for improving the safety of spillway gates – B. Leyland, Consultant, New Zealandxw Head gate commissioning: A stressless method to confirm flow cutoff capability – P. Grillot and S. Jomni, EDF-CIH, Francexw Installation of new intake gates in the Torán reservoir – F. J. Conesa, F. Río, F. Grau, J. Asensio and I. Ocaña, Endesa Generación SA, Spainxw Enhancement of the operating system for the spillway gate at Victoria dam, Sri Lanka – W.M.M.S. Wanigasekara, Mahaweli Authority, Sri Lankaxw Innovative approach for the main inlet valve design at the Reisseck II pumped-storage plant – A. Antczak, TB Hydro Sp Z.o.o., Poland
Session 20 – Dam safetyChairman – Dr H. Kreuzer, Consultant, Switzerlandxxw Assessing the security of the Allt-na-Lairige pre-stressed concrete dam using quantitative risk assessment techniques – P. Mason, MWH UK Ltd, UK; S.J. King, SSE plc, Engineering Centre, UK; A.C. Morrison, CH2M Hill, UKxw Two main risks that are often overlooked – F. Lempérière, Hydrocoop, France; M. Ho Ta Khanh, CFBR, Francexw The use of InSAR data to monitor slope stability: The case of Canelles hydropower dam, Spain – J. Raventos, A. Conde, B. Salva and J.M. Garcia, TRE-Altamira, Spain; M. Chacón and F.J. Conesa Baños and J. Segarra, Endesa Generación, SA, Spain; J.M. Garcia, IIC Ingeniería e Instrumentación, S.L, Spainxw Emergency action plans for EDP dams: Critical flow rate definition for high discharge warnings: Two case studies – A. Oliveira, J.M. Oliveria, J. Dias da Silva and I. Ferreira, EDP - Gestão da Produção de Energia, SA, Portugal
CONFERENCE SESSIONSxw Evaluation of dam performance under seismic loads with linear time history analysis: Case study of Grand Ethiopian Renaissance RCC main dam – A. Masciotta, A. Bezzi, C. Fontana and A. Fiorani, Studio Masciotta, Italyxw Seismic optimization of concrete gravity dams using isolation layers – M. Pasbani Khiavi and A. Ghaedrahmati, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Iran
Session 21 – EnvironmentChairman – Prof M. Aufleger, University of Innsbruck, Austriaxw Environmental monitoring of hydroelectric reservoirs to predict the behaviour of water quality parameters – J. Agis Iglesias, J.A. Soto Varela and D.C.G. González, Gas Natural Fenosa, Spainxw Flood risk management at Scottish Power Galloway Hydros – S. Ferns, Scottish Power, UKxw Methods to assess environmental flow for sustainable power generation: Case study of the Yeywa hydro plant, Myanmar – Min Khaing, Ministry of Electricity and Energy, Myanmarxw Synergizing hydropower development with wildlife management in Uganda: Case of the Karuma hydro project – J. Asiimwe, A. Byaruhanga Musoke, H. Mutikanga and O. Moses, Uganda Electricity Generation Co Ltd, Ugandaxw Investment prioritization in hydraulic infrastructures to ensure sustainability – F. Pardo-Bosch, ESADE Business School, Spain; A. Blanco, Smart Engineering SL, Spain; A. Aguado, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spainxw Importance of environmental and socio-economic aspects during the simultaneous construction of three dams – S. Hoya White and J.J. Dapena Goméz, Iberdrola, Spain
Session 22 – Spillways and plunge poolsChairman – P. Mason, MWH, UKxw Rositas dam, Bolivia: Design of the surface spillway – M. Pereira, Ende Corporacion, Bolivia; J. Ortas, B. Arana and I. Bisús, Eptisa Consulting, Spain; C. Granell and A. Duque, Jesús Granell Ing Consultores, Spain; J.J. Rebollo and D. López, Cedex Hydraulic Laboratory, Spainxw Spillway problems on some elderly structures: Often on the bits that have been repaired – Dr A. Hughes, Atkins, UKxw Corrective measures to guarantee the stability of the stilling basins and downstream rockfill in the Crestuma-Lever dam – I. Fernandes, C. Lima, J. Dias da Silva and M. Queralt, EDP-Gestão da Produção de Energia, Portugal; L. Caldeira and J. Melo, LNEC-National Laboratory for Civil Engineering, Portugal xw Emergency spillway for the Mt Coffee hydropower plant in Liberia – M. Stangl and A. Trifkovic, Fichtner GmbH & Co KG, Germany; W. Hakin, Manitoba Hydro International, Canadaxw Plunge pool physical hydraulic models: Challenges and cases study – G. Barsse, J-C. Girad, F. Ferranti, Y. Oukid and A. Lara, Tractebel Engie, France
Session 23 – Fish protectionChairman – M. Raeder, CK Power Public Company Ltd, Thailand xxw Fish protection using electrified flexible fish fences – B. Brinkmeier, M. Aufleger and H. Böttcher, University of Innsbruck, Austriaxw State-of-the-art fish pass facilities enhance sustainability at Xayaburi, Laos – C. Andrade, G. Stevanella and N. Castillejo, AF-Consult Switzerland Ltd, Switzerlandxw Using attraction flows in an upstream migration facility for additional energy generation at the Xayaburi hydro plant – Dr M. Raeder, M. Auekitkarjorn and P. Mahamai, CK Power Public Company Ltd, Thailandxw Innovative facilities for fish migration restoration: Case study of the Schifffahrtskanal run-of-river plant on the Aare river, Switzerland – M. Müller, M. Mende, Y. Keller and P. Billeter, IUB Engineering Ltd, Switzerland; W. Bärtschi, IBI Industrielle Betriebe Interlaken, Switzerland
Wednesday 11 OctoberSession 24 – Intakes and penstocks
Chairman – B. Leyland, Consultant, New Zealandxw Design criteria and installation methods of the logboom and debris diverter for the Xayaburi run-of-river hydro plant – R. Razdan, W. Nedsawang and P. Maseekaew, CK Power Public Company, Thailandxw Estimation of diversion headloss at hydropower surface intakes – D. Sanchez, Hatch Ltd, Canadaxw Innovative and environmentally friendly penstocks and intakes for the Inchbonnie small hydro scheme, New Zealand – D. Mackay, Inchbonnie Hydro, New Zealand; R. Press, Mechanical Engineer, New Zealand; B. Leyland, Consulting Engineer, New Zealandxw Installation of sensors inside a penstock for use of the pressure:time method – P. Ševc ík, OSC a.s., Czech Rep; G. Rolandez, EDF DTG, France; F. Necas, Necas – Works at heights, s.r.o., Czech Repxw PU foam in buried penstocks – N. Johnsen and S.L. Aaker and L. Lia, NTNU, Norway; M. Kullberg, Multiconsult ASA, Norway; G. Harris, Penstock BV, The Netherlands; T.O. Svalesen, Statkraft Energi AS, Norwayxw Realization of steel penstocks with banded pipe technology for high head hydropower and pumped-storage plants – Dr C. Curnis, Consultant, Switzerland; D. Bronzetti and S. Calvo, Lombardi Engineering Ltd, Switzerland
xw Design and construction of the penstock at Chancay adjusted to unfavourable geotechnical and morphological conditions – B. Zdravkovic, Sinersa, Peru; B. Petrovic, Colpex Project SA, Peruxw Estimating technical conditions and the residual life of metal shell penstocks – Yu. V. Shevchenko, K.I. Vasilchenko and S.M. Levina, JSC Vedeneev VNIIG, Russia
Session 25 – Upgrading and refurbishment I Co-Chairs – W. Hakin, Manitoba Hydro International, Canada; H. Obermoser,AF Consult, Switzerlandxw Rehabilitation of the Peligré hydro plant in Haiti – V. Brost and T. Turk, Fichtner GmbH & Co KG, Germany; L. Racine, Electricité d’Haïti, Republic of Haitixw Turbine upgrade at Theun-Hinboun: Increasing efficiency and capacity – T. Bylund, K-T. Fjaervold and F. Mercado, THPC, Lao PDRxw The challenges of a rehabilitation project: Experience from the commissioning of the Mount Coffee generating units, Liberia – K. Gjevik, Multiconsult UK Ltd, UK; O. Skuncke, B. Børresen, and B. T. Brunes, Multiconsult, Norwayxw Reconstruction of the Zakucac hydro plant with a capacity increase, and with continous powerplant operation – I. Martinac, Projektni Biro Split, Croatia; M. Dujmovic and I. Maruši c, HEP – Production, Croatia
Sessions 26 – Small hydro technologyCo-chairmen – Prof D. Williams and G. Black, Learning Hydro, UKxw A small hydro plant with highly variable flow in a drinking water supply system: A case study – A. Santolin, A. Spagnolli and D. Pilotto, Tamanini Hydro S.r.l, Italy; G. Cavazzini, University of Padova, Italyxw Flapping foils as efficient hydrokinetic turbines: First steps of CFD modelling – L. Duarte, N. Dellinger, G. Dellinger, A. Terfous and A. Ghenaim, INSA, Francexw Understanding why hydropower plants in general and small hydropower plants in particular often fail to deliver the expected power production – G.H. Kiplesund, Multiconsult ASA, Norway; A.A. Bjerke, Blåfall AS, Norway; A. Diep-Lynne, Aquila Capital, Norwayxw Experimental investigation of the factors affecting Archimedes screw generator power output – S. Simmons, K. Songin and W. Lubitz, Guelph University, Canadaxw Pressure relief and energy dissipation systems installed at the San Miguel small hydro plant – C.F. Ramírez González and F.J. Arbelaez Montoya, HMV Ingenieros, Colombia; R. Aguerre, M. Kondo and C. Aguerre Telleria, Voith Hydro S.L., Spainxw Refurbishment of a small bulb turbine – J-L. Kueny, Optydro Concept, France
Session 27 – Sedimentation managementCo-Chairs – Dr G. Annandale, Consultant, USA; and S. Alam, Consultant, Francexw Successful sediment management at the Jirau run-of-river project on the Rio Madeira, Brazil: Transporting 500 ¥ 106 tonnes/year of sediment – S. Alam, Independent Consultant, France; O. Cazaillet and P-E. Loisel, Artelia Eau et Environment, France; C. da Silva Souto and P. Trindade, Energia Sustentável do Brasil; and, A.L.F. Abreu Jorge, EISA Consultants, Brazilxw Challenges of sediment in hydropower plants in Bhutan: Sediment study from 2011 to 2016 – U. Rinzin, Druk Green Power Corporation, Bhutanxw Fine sediment routing in a cascade of alpine reservoirs; Influence of the inlet angle on settling of fine sediments – S. Guillén-Ludeña, P. Manso and A.J. Schleiss, EPFL, Switzerlandxw Contribution to sediment management at the Drin river hydropower cascade, Albania – N. Efthymiou, P. Schäfer, H. Hildebrand and S. Palt, Fichtner GmbH & Co. KG, Germany; F. Bundo, Albanian Power Corporation, Albaniaxw Mapping of sediment-related costs at eight hydro plants in operation – H. Nøvik, Multiconsult, Norway; S. Stokseth, Statkraft AS, Norway; H. Støle, Sediment Systems, Norwayxw Sediment challenges at the Cheves hydro plant, Peru – A. Løvoll, Norconsult AS, Norwayxw Sediment transport through the power waterway and hydro-abrasive erosion on turbines – D. Felix, I. Albayrak and R.M Boes, VAW, ETH Zurich, Switzerland; A. Abgottspon, HSLU
Session 28 – Valuing hydropower services (IEA session)Chairman – A. Beckitt, Hydro Tasmania, AustraliaMultipurpose hydropower schemes provide significant benefits both to the electricity network and toother users of the water resource. However, this broad range of services have generally not beenexplicitly valued, nor reimbursed by the beneficiaries. With the penetration of variable renewablesincreasing in many jurisdictions, hydropower is becoming an important provider of balancing services. Similarly, there is increasing awareness and take-up of the water management services thatmulti-purpose reservoirs provide. The session will start with the launch of the IEA Hydro SummaryReport on Valuing Hydropower Services, followed by an overview of the Annex. The work programme covered the energy and water management services provided by hydropower and enhanced the understanding of their economic values and costs, with appropriate methodologies toestimate their value. Presentations:xw Valuing energy and water management services – N.M. Nielsen, IEA Hydro, Australiaxw The role of pumped-storage in providing energy services in the western USA – V. Koritarov, Argonne National Laboratory, USA
CONFERENCE SESSIONSxw Benefits of Norwegian hydropower reservoirs in combting flood damage in a changing climate – K.L. Walløe, Multiconsult ASA; and Dr B. Glover, Independent Consultant, Norwayxw Hydropower in the next generation power system – E. Bianco, International Energy Agency, France A panel discussion will address: “When, how, what and where to maximize the full potential ofhydro-balancing in decarbonizing electricity markets”. Discussions around the three bullet pointsbelow will be led by A. Beckitt, Hydro Tasmania, Australia. • Effective power system management is reasonably generic globally. When is it optimal to
incentivize the availability of dispatchable hydro to support the integration and deployment of VRE?• How can individual hydro plants be reconfigured to exploit the full benefits of hydro balancing to
ensure local and interconnected grids evolve sustainably?• Scenario planning is essential to foreshadow inter-region and Intra-region market evolution as the
penetration of VRE increases. Where are system balancing requirements most needed to be readilyidentifiable (including the potential role for hydropower) and how is that value best shared?
Session 29 – Upgrading and refurbishment II Co-Chairs – Prof L. Lia, NTNU, Norway; F. Coelho da Rocha e Silva,Senior Advisor for REN (Portugal), Mozambiquexw How a combination of hydro expertise, condition monitoring, and digital technology provides more flexible hydro turbines – V. Bouillet, P-Y. Lowys, F. André and P. Pépin, GE Renewable Energy, Francexw Torrejon power station generating unit refurbishment: Challenges derived from diagonal flow turbine guidevane design – V. Sanchis, Iberdrola Generacion, Spainxw Technical challenges of refurbishment and upgrading of two bulb units – M. Hrovat and D. Dolenc, Litostroj Power d.o.o., Sloveniaxw Thermodynamic efficiency tests to improve upgrading projects – G.P. Brænd, Sweco Norge AS, Norwayxw Refurbishment of a Kaplan turbine with new optimized blades, oil-less Kaplan hub and new lubrication and regulation systems – E.S. Recondo and L.L. Angós, ENDESA Generación, Spain; R.T. Martínez and J.R. Infanzón, Voith Hydro SL, Spain
Session 30 – Small hydro: national case studiesCo-Chairs – Prof B. Pelikan, University of Natural Resources and AppliedLife Sciences, Austria; V. Denis, Mhylab, Switzerlandxw Incentives for small hydropower development in Uganda – P. Mwesigwa and L. Muwumuza, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, Uganda; M. Alesi, Host Consult Uganda Ltd, Uganda; J. Lwanga, Uganda Telecom Limited, Uganda xw Rehabilitation of the Thimphu mini hydro plant in Bhutan – P. Wannakarn, EGAT, Thailandxw Current small and mini hydro development in Sarawak – J.B.C.T. Asson, M. Hussain, H.L. Houng, T. Kismoor Sasak, J. Jentry and J. Blandoi, Sarawak Energy Berhad, Malaysia xw Sustainable small hydropower for local communities – M. Kashiwayanagi, Electric Power Development Co Ltd, (J Power), Japan; Y. Miyanaga, Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry (CRIEPI), Japanxw Small hydro installations in Albania: A benchmark case study – F. Tartaro, S. Iorda and M. Sebastiani, Hydro Energia, Italyxw Hydropower potential study in the water supply and wastewater collection networks in Tbilisi, Georgia – D. Kelleher and B. Quigley, Stucky Ltd, Switzerland; G. Matcharadze, Stucky Caucasus Ltd, Georgia; G. Akhvlediani and T. Kurdadze, and Z. Mirtskhulava, Georgian Water & Power Ltd, Georgia; M. Rusconi and M. Goetschi, Stucky Ltd, Switzerlandxw Expansion of micro hydro: A key component towards energy transition – H. Terry and F. Riehl, Turbiwatt, France
Session 31 – Grid issuesChairman – Ø. Johansen, Ministry of Petroleum and Energy, Norwayxw Benchmarking of hydroelectric generator compliance for the European network code on requirements for grid connection – F. Perán Montero, Iberdrola, Spain; L. Rouco Rodríguez, Universidad Pontificia Comillas, Spainxw Integration of battery storage systems in hydroelectric plants for supplying primary frequency control – F. Pasut and M. Pettinà, S.T.E. Energy SpA, Italyxw Governor retrofit improves grid stability on an isolated microgrid in Western Africa – R. Clarke-Johnson, American Governor Company, USAxw Co-existence of islanded and parallel operation mode in 2 MW small hydro plant to supply electricity to rural villages: Problems and optimization of the design – L. Papetti and D. Cazzago, Studio Frosio S.r.l., Italy; G. Marchioretto, Zeco Srl, Italy
Session 32 – Social aspectsCo-Chairs – Dr S. Sparkes, Statkraft, Norway; L. Nielsen, IEA Hydro, Australiaxw Long-term planning for social mitigation – Dr S. Sparkes, Statkraft AS, Norwayxw Special fish and canoe facility to reduce social and environmental impacts at the Maripasoula hydropower plant – M. Valadié, Voltalia SA, France; G. Le Maux, Voltalia Guyane, French Guiana; V. Lemay, Hydrostadium, France
xw Livelihood restoration planning for sand mining workers: Practical insights from the Nachtigal hydro project, Cameroon – C. Gouley and G. Prudent-Richard, Artelia Eau & Environnement, France; F. Nathan, EDF-CIH, France xw The Mt. Coffee rehabilitation project, Liberia: Unique approaches and lessons learned on social safeguards – K. Stroup, Manitoba Hydro International, Canada; B. Lammers, Caliqua GmbH, Germanyxw Lessons learned from the Murum resettlement and livelihood restoration programme, Malaysia – J. Abdullah, J. Cho Yian Tan, A.A. Kilon, B. Surang and Z.E. Hillson, Sarawak Energy Berhad, Malaysia
Session 33 – Operation and maintenanceChairman – D. Paschini, EDF, Francexw Implementation of a monitoring platform at Endesa – F.J. Conesa Baños and M. Chacón Cano, Enel, Italy; S. Hoppe and L.A. Sober, Ofiteco, Spainxw Aloha: A system for surveillance and safety of hydraulic structures – P-H. Faure and F. Zenss, CNR, France; V. Morisseau, Sixense Digital, France; V. Gbiorczyk and V. Degezelle, Société Hydroélectrique du Midi, Francexw The use of modern mathematical tools and OPC technology for monitoring and maintenance of hydropower plants – D. Kranjcic, DEM - Drava River Power Company, Sloveniaxw Mitigation of algae growth in hydropower canals using a novel overlay mortar with biocide activity – I. Segura, Smart Engineering Ltd, Spain; F.J. Conesa, Endesa Generación SA, Spain; M.A. Calvo, Barcelona University, Spain; A. Aguado, University of Catalunya, Spainxw Modelling the virtual age of hydropower assets based on inspection, maintenance and replacement actions – B. Golaz, A. Jordan and M. Genoud, Hydro Exploitation, Switzerland; B. Valluy, Alpiq Suisse, Switzerlandxw Systematic methodology for condition assessment and residual lifetime evaluation – H.O. Nyland and H. Bjørndal, Norconsult AS, Norwayxw Correlation between vibrations and acoustic emissions at a hydropower plant – J.M. Nieto Diaz and Dr F. Flemming, Voith Digital Solutions GmbH, Germany; Dr K. Engels and F. Kunkel, Uniper Kraftwerke GmbH, Germany
Session 34 – TunnelsChairman – Dr Y. Thanopoulos, Consultant, Greecexw Hard rock tunnelling solutions for hydropower projects – P. Schmaeh and Dr M. Peters, Herrenknecht AG, Germanyxw Development of a portable communication solution for tunnels inspection – A. Quadrelli and F. Ferrari, Enel Green Power SpA, Italyxw Geomembranes to increase safety and decrease head loss in pressure tunnels and shafts – A. Scuero and G. Vaschetti and M. Scarella, Carpi Tech, Switzerlandxw Design review of the tunnel for the Miguillas EPC hydro project – P. Perazzo and C. Carvallo, ENDE Servicios y Construcciones, Boliviaxw Construction challenges encountered in the headrace tunnel at the Dagachhu project, Bhutan – L.M. Dhungyel and B.N. Pradhan, Druk Green Power Corporation Ltd, Bhutan; T. Dorji, Bhutan Hydropower Services Ltd, Bhutanxw Considering first world alternatives in augmenting the supply of Mthatha dam, South Africa – M. Wainstein and H.E. Tluczek, Gibb, South Africa
Session 35 – Electrical engineeringCo-Chairs – R. Bucher, Lahmeyer International, Germany; Prof J-J. Simond,EPFL, Switzerlandxw Machine-learning technique applied to condition-based monitoring of hydro plants – A. Bongiovi, ABB SpA, Italyxw HIPASE: An innovative automation platform for powerplants – C. Mann, Andritz Hydro, Austriaxw Required inertia in hydro generators: Design and solutions – F.B. Estrada and J.P. Argos, Gamesa Electric SAU, Spainxw Optimized cooling of the refurbished hydro generators at Tierfehd: Challenges with cooling the generators at higher power output – H. Baumeister, S. Baumiester and P. Toennies, GE Renewable Energy, Francexw Improving energy efficiency at hydro and pumped-storage plants by decreasing the electric power consumption for auxiliaries – S. Ivanov and K. Fanina, Ukrhydroproject PJSC, Ukrainexw Upgrading and refurbishment of the generators at the Binga hydro plant: Achieving an increased output of 48 per cent – Z. Milojkovic , V. Poljanc ic and M. Brc ic , Koncar Generators and Motors Inc, Croatiaxw Digital substation 2.0: Overview on reference installations up to 400 kV and how to familiarise with the technology – R. Bucher and A. Schreider, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germanyxw Commissioning and grid operation of the Mt Coffee generators on the small Monrovia grid – M. Parameshwaran, Multiconsult, Norway
Closing plenary sessionxw Session outcomes, presented by some of the Chairpersonsxw Welcome to ASIA 2018 in Vietnam, and to HYDRO 2018 in Poland.
SOCIAL PROGRAMMEAs usual a full cultural and social programme is beingarranged for HYDRO 2017 participants. On the evening of Sunday 8 October, there will be areception for chairpersons and those presenting papers,beside the pool of the Melia Lebreros hotel.The HYDRO 2017 Welcome Reception, on the eveningof Monday 9 October, is planned to take place atthe Pabellón de la Navegación (Maritime Museum),housed in an impressive riverside building which wasoriginally designed for the World Expo of 1992.
The entrance hall features a display of 14 000 LEDs,which simulate rolling ocean waves. Exhibits includescale models of ships, from the legendary Santa Mariaof Columbus, to modern 20th/21st century vessels.A buffet supper will be served, and this will be a chanceto relax with friends from the international hydropower community.On Tuesday 10 October, the exhibition hall willhave extended opening hours, and a networking partywill be held around the exhibition stands.
The HYDRO 2017 Farewell Gala Dinner, with musicalentertainment, will be held on the evening ofWednesday 11 October, at the elegant HaciendaSan Miguel de Montelirio, a short drive from the city.The Hacienda is surrounded by lush vegetation and elegant patios. Its large olive grove has been called the‘Hospice of the Indies’, from the time when the building was the residence of an Order of Jesuits.Today the Hacienda houses a unique collection of antique carriages, which can be viewed on arrival, before the apéritif and supper.
Monday 9 OctoberThe day will begin with a tour of the Roman ruins atItalica, about 9 km north of Seville. Italica was thebirthplace of three emperors, and one of the earliestRoman settlements in Spain, founded in 206 BC. It roseto military importance in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD.Throughout the Middle Ages, the ruins were used as asource of stone for Seville, but some remarkablemosaics, and the amphitheatre, have survived. There will then be a visit to Seville cathedral (Catedralde Santa Maria de la Sede), which is the largest gothic
cathedral in the world. It is registered as a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site.
After lunch together in a local restaurant, the groupwill have a walking tour of the spectacular Plaza deEspaña, built for the Ibero-American Exhibition of1929, and the surrounding Maria Luisa Park, besidethe Guadalquivir river.
Tuesday 10 OctoberThe group will travel by coach to the beautiful city ofJerez de la Frontera, in the province of Cadiz, which isfamous for its sherry and its horses. Jerez dates backto Moorish times and has a charming old town, withpalm lined squares. The 11th century Moorish fortress(Alcazaba), has been partly restored. Of special interestis the church, originally built as a mosque.
There will be a sherry tasting at a picturesque bodega,lunch, and the day will also include an equestrian showat one of the town’s famous riding schools.
Wednesday 11 OctoberThe third day will start with a guided walking tour ofthe Triana region of Seville, on the west bank of theGuadalquivir river, which is considered to have its ownidentity. Visits will include Santa Ana Church, and the Arenalquarter. Triana is particularly famous for its ceramics.Almost any tile which can be seen in Seville’s churches,hotels and bars, as well as Plaza de España, will havebeen made in Triana. The group will have a chance toparticipate in a ceramics workshop, and to learn aboutthe techniques involved in this local craft.
From the Calle Betis, beside the river, there are fineviews across to many of the key sights of Seville, suchas the Torre del Oro (Golden Tower) and the Giralda.After lunch there will be a visit to Seville’s charmingFlamenco Museum, housed in an 18th century building,which also incorporates a small theatre. The visit will provide an insight into the history of Flamenco, and the group will learn how students todayare taught about the rhythm of the dance, as well ashow to perfect the elaborate and expressive handmovements which are characteristic of Flamenco dancing.
ACCOMPANYING PERSONS’ PROGRAMME
TOUR A (One day) SOLD OUTGUILLENA PUMPED STORAGE ,SEVILLEThis tour will visit the Guillena pumped-storage plant, onthe River Huelva, a 30 minute drive from Seville. Ownedand operated by ENDESA, Guillena has a capacity of210 MW from three reversible Francis units, makingit the second largest capacity hydro plant in Andalucia.
There will be a guided tour of the plant, followed bylunch in a local restaurant. Tour A participants will return to Seville after lunch.
TOUR B (Three days)THE ‘GOLDEN TRIANGLE’ OF ANDALUCIADay OneThe tour will begin with the trip to the Guillenapumped-storage plant, as described above.
After lunch, Tour B will continue to La Minilla gravitydam, also on the river Huelva, in the municipality ofEl Garrobo (41 km from Seville). The 61.5 m-high dam,with a crest length of 257 m, is owned and operated bythe Confederacion Hirografica del Guadalquivir.
The group will travel on to the Cordoba for dinner andan overnight stay. Cordoba, on the River Guadalquivir,was an important Roman city and a major Islamic centrein the Middle Ages. It is best known for La Mezquita, alarge mosque dating from 784 AD, featuring Byzantinemosaics. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day TwoAfter breakfast the group will depart for La Breña IIdam, on the Guadiato river, near Almodóvar del Rio.The 119 m-high multipurpose RCC gravity dam has a
crest length of 685 m, and impounds a scenic reservoirwith a capacity of 823 x 106m3, which is popular forsailing, as well as serving for flood control and irriga-tion water supply.
After lunch, the group there will be a sightseeing tourof the city in the afternoon before dinner, and a secondovernight stay.
Day ThreeAfter breakfast the group will travel by coach to theMalaga area, for visits to: the 101 m-high Iznájar multi-purpose gravity dam, which has a 79 MW hydro plant, aswell as providing for irrigation and flood control; and, Tajode la Encantada dam, which has recently been upgraded.It is part of a 360 MW pumped-storage plant.In the late afternoon the tour will proceed to Granada,a stunning city in the foothills of the Sierra Nevadamountains, for dinner and an overnight stay.Day Four
After breakfast there will be a visit to the Alhambra. This hilltop fortress complex encompasses royal palaces,serene patios, as well as the fountains and orchards ofthe Generalife gardens.The tour will end in the late morning in Granada, witha chance to stay on in the city, or to have assistancewith onward travel arrangements.
TOUR C (Two days)ALQUEVA, PORTUGALDay OneAfter breakfast the group will set off for a journeywest, towards the Portuguese border. The first stop will
be in the medieval Spanish town of Aracena, wherethere will be a guided tour of the famous ‘Gruta de lasMaravillas’, a network of limestone caverns. The spectacular scenery created by the caves has been theset for several major films, such as ‘Journey to the centre of the earth’.The tour will then continue to Alqueva in Portugal,where lunch will be served in a restaurant at the damsite, with a panoramic view of the reservoir.In the afternoon there will be a technical briefing andtour of some of the highlights of EDP’s Alqueva multipurpose scheme on the River Guadiana. TheAlqueva arch dam was completed in 2002, and the first256 MW powerplant was commissioned in 2004. Thesecond stage, Alqueva II, was completed in 2012. Thisscheme now also has two 256 MW reversible Francisunits. Alqueva reservoir has an area of 250 km2, whichmakes it one of the largest man-made lakes in Europe.It provides drinking and irrigation water, and is a popular touristic site. The lower reservoir is impoundedby Pedrógão dam, where a mini hydro plant is also installed (2 ¥ 5.2 MW) .In the late afternoon the group will continue to the scenic town of Evora, where there will be a chance for ashort walk in the city centre to view the main square(Plaça Giraldo) and the 13th century cathedral, beforedinner and an overnight stay.Day TwoAfter breakfast the group will have a short guided tourof Evora’s Roman temple and baths, as well as Romanand Moorish walls, before travelling on to Lisbon(a coach journey of slightly more than one hour). In Lisbon a short city tour may be organized, subject to minimum numbers, before the tour ends. Transfers canbe arranged to the airport.
POST-CONFERENCE STUDY TOURSThree post-conference study tours have been arranged, to give participants the opportunity to visit multipurpose dams,
hydro stations and pumped-storage plants in either Andalucia, Spain, or in neighbouring Portugal.Some final details are subject to confirmation, and full itineraries, as well as tour prices, will be announced shortly.
HYDRO 2017 EXHIBITION AND SPONSORSHIP
Amajor element of the HYDRO 2017 event will be the Technical Exhibition, running for three days alongside the conference sessions. The spacious, and purpose-built exhibition pavilion will be the main hub for business networking, between delegates and the industry representatives who will be exhibitingtheir supplies and services. Exhibitors typically comprise consultants, contractors, manufacturers, developers and professional associations.All lunch and refreshments will be served in the exhibition pavilion, with catering points arranged to ensure that delegates will move around the whole arearegularly during the three days. Feedback from previous events indicates that delegates maximise the opportunities to circulate in the exhibition, and that valuable contacts are made, which are maintained after the event.The pavilion will remain open for a networking event after the conference sessions on Tuesday 10 October, to provide extra opportunities for business meetingsin an informal atmosphere.Stands are sold in units of 6 m2 and 9 m2, and multiple units can be combined to create larger displays. Standard or custom-built stands can be arranged.Sponsorship packages are available for various items associated with the event, and this can be a memorable way of bringing your company to the attention ofthe international delegates. Details are available from our Sales & Marketing team (see contact details on the next page).
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Adams Schweiz AG, Switzerland www.adams-armaturen.ch 82Alconza, Spain www.alconza.com 077American Hydro Corporation, USA www.wartsila.com 121Amiblu, Austria www.amiblu.com 97Andritz Hydro GmbH www.andritz.com 18API spa Trash Rakes, Italy www.apispa.net 52AquaVision Engineering Sàrl, Switzerland www.aquavision-eng.ch 112Armatury Group, Czech Republic www.armaturygroup.cz 142ATB Riva Calzoni, Italy www.atbrivacalzoni.com 85Atul Precision Cast, India www.atulprecisioncast.com 72AUMA Riester, Germany www.auma.com 108Baliño, Spain www.balino.es 135Bilfinger VAM Anlagentechnik, Austria www.vam.bilfinger.com 1Brødrene Dahl AS, Norway www.dahl.no 22Bruel & Kjær Vibro, Austria www.bkvibro.com 136C.I.B. Srl Carpenteria Industriale Bresciana, Italy www.cibcarpenterie.com 59Carpi Tech, Switzerland www.carpitech.com 104CG Ganz Generator & Motor, Hungary www.cgglobal.com 70CKD Blansko, Czech Republic www.ckdblansko.cz 130COBA, Engineering and Environmental Consultants, Portugal www.cobagroup.com 159Comelmar Motors srl, Italy www.comelmar.it 134D2FC Energy Valves, France www.d2fc.com 14Dolsar Engineering Inc. Co, Turkey www.dolsar.com.tr 127DSD Noell GmbH, Germany www.dsd-noell.com 65Dyrhoff, UK www.dyrhoff.co.uk 107Efla, Iceland www.efla-engineers.com 68Energi Teknikk, Norway www.energi-teknikk.no 22EOMAP, Germany www.eomap.com 131EPFL-LMH, Switzerland www.epfl.ch 112Ergonbluenergy Srl, Italy www.ergonbluenergy.com 75F. Nencini, Italy www.nencini.com 91Fanavary Novin Niroo, Iran www.fnn-co.com 197Farab, Iran www.farab.com 24Federal Mogul Deva GmbH, Germany www.deva.de 90FGTI, France www.fgtindustrie.fr 151Flame Spray, Italy www.flamespray.org 79Franke-Filter GmbH, Germany www.franke-filter.de 51Franco Tosi Meccanica S.p.A., Italy www.francotosimeccanica.it 148Gamesa Electric, Spain www.gamesaelectric.com 13GE Renewable Energy www.gerenewableenergy.com 20Geppert Hydropower, Austria www.geppert.at 11GGB www.ggbearings.com 150Gibb, South Africa www.gibb.co.za 78Gilkes, UK www.gilkes.com 138Global Hydro Energy, Austria www.global-hydro.eu 16Glual Hydraulics, Spain www.glual.com 132Gugler Water Turbines, Austria www.gugler.com 3HAWE Hidraulica, Spain www.hawe.com 111Hef Durferrit, France www.hef.fr 126Heico, Spain www.heico-tec.de 37Hibbard Inshore, USA www.hibbardinshore.com 113Hongcheng Hydro Valve, China www.hbhc.com.cn 66HPP, France www.hydropowerplant.com 87Hydac International, Germany www.hydac.de 83Hydroalp, Italy www.hydroalp.com 140Hydrokarst Group, France www.hydrokarst.fr 35Hydroplus, France www.hydroplus.com 129HydroPV Technologies, Netherlands www.hydropv.eu 154Hydropower & Dams (Aqua~Media International), UK www.hydropower-dams.com EntranceHydroVision GmbH, Germany www.hydrovision.de 32ICOLD 2018 Vienna (ATCOLD) www.icoldaustria2018.com 62Iginsa CMC Suria, Spain www.iginsa.com 30IHC Vremac Cylinder BV, the Netherlands www.ihcvremac.com 39Ikon Ideea, Romania www.ikonideea.ro 155IMESA, Spain www.imesa.es 92IMHP, Spain www.imhp.es 19Indar Electric, Spain www.ingeteam.com 54Ingeteam Power Technology, Spain www.ingeteam.com 73ICOLD (International Commission on Large Dams) www.icold-cigb.org 61Iris Power-Qualitrol, Canada www.irispower.com 224ISL Ingénierie, France www.isl.fr 161JAG Seabell Co Ltd., Japan www.jagseabell.jp/english 147Jeumont Electric, France www.jeumontelectric.com 171KGAL Ltd, UK www.kgal.co.uk 116Kolektor Turboinstitut d.o.o, Slovenia www.turboinstitut.com 106Koncar, Croatia www.koncar.hr 137Künz, Austria www.kuenz.com 56La Tis Service, Italy www.latis-service.com 133Landsvirkjun Power, Iceland www.lvpower.is 68Learning Hydro www.learning-hydro.co.uk 225Leroy Somer, France www.leroysomer.com 100Litostroj Power, Slovenia www.litostrojpower.eu 118Lloyd Dynamowerke, Germany www.ldw.de 60
BOOKING CONDITIONSThe Conference HYDRO 2017 - Shaping the Future of Hydropower, is being organized by The International Journal on Hydropower & Dams with ASK Event Management Ltd.
On-line Registration You can register on-line via the Hydropower & Dams website at: www.hydropower-dams.com.This is a secure site. Registrations will be handled by ASK Event Management on behalf ofAqua~Media. You will receive an acknowledge ment of registration on completion of this process;however, this is not a confirmation (until payment is received). We encourage all delegates to register on line, using the newly upgraded system which providesmore information during the registration process.In the unlikely event of any difficulties using this system, please contact ASK Event Management(see contact details below).
Picking up conference documents and badgesThe desk will be open from 08.30 hrs on Sunday 8 October 2017, at the FIBES I Conference Centre. Pre-registration is generally required, by one of the methods mentioned above.
PaymentPayment for all services (fees, hotels, tours) must be made in Euros (€) and received in advanceof the Conference. Payment is possible by the following methods: • On-line by Visa or Mastercard• Banker’s draft to ASK Event Management (see details on the registration form);All fees paid by credit card will be charged in Euros (€).
AccommodationThe Conference organizers have negotiated rates at hotels in several price categories in Seville. Accommodation bookings are being handled by ASK Event Management. Please include your hotelbooking at the time of registering (using the on-line booking system). Beware of scam accommodation bureaux who are operating this year, falsely claiming to representHYDRO 2017. We recommend that you do not pass credit card details to them.We anticipate a high demand for HYDRO 2017 accommodation, and strongly recommend thatbookings are made as soon as possible, and at the latest before the end of September. Paymentmust be made in full at the time of booking.
DisclaimerAll best endeavours will be made to present the programme as printed. The HYDRO 2017 organizers and their agents reserve the right to alter or cancel, without prior notice, any arrangements, timetable, plans or other items relating directly or indirectly to HYDRO 2017 forany cause beyond its reasonable control. The organizers and agents are not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from such alteration. The Conference and Tours are subject to minimumnumbers. Tour places are subject to availability on a first-come-first-served basis. Full payment fortours must be received at the time of registration.
CancellationsCancellations must be made in writing to ASK Event Management. Cancellation charges will bepayable as shown in the Table below. Substitution of delegates after a reservation has been madeis acceptable before the Conference, and no extra fee is payable. Any necessary refunds (seeTable below) will be made after the Conference.
Liability/InsuranceThe registration fees do not include the insurance of participants against personal accidents, sickness, cancellations by any party, theft, loss or damage to personal possessions. The organizersaccept no responsibility for death, injury, loss or accident, delays arising from any act or default ofany person, or any other matter arising in connection with Conference services or transport.The organizers make no warranty in this connection. All services provided are subject to local laws. Arrangements for the Conference have been made inaccordance with UK and Spanish Law.Delegates, exhibitors and tour participants are strongly advised to take out adequate personal insurance to cover risks associated with travel, accommodation, cancellation and theft or damage topersonal belongings. The organizers reserve the right to amend any part of the Conference programme or arrangements, if necessary. In the very unlikely event that it is necessary to cancel any of the Conference arrangements, an appropriate refund will be made and thereafter the liability of theorganizers will cease.The organizers reserve the right not to accept applications for attendance (for example, but not exclusively, if applicants are not working in the field of hydro, or if there could be a conflict of interest with the mission of the conference, the organizers, or any policy of the host country).
Passport and Visa Requirements for SpainSpain is a member of the European Union, and is a signatory to the Schengen Agreement. It is theresponsibility of all participants to check their own passport and visa requirements. Please contactthe Spanish embassy or consulate in your country if in doubt about requirements, or visit: www.exteriores.gob.es/Portal
Applying for a letter of invitation to support a visa applicationIn some cases, letters of invitation from Aqua-Media in the UK and one of our partner organizationsin Spain may be necessary, as well as special clearance from the relevant authorities. The process could take several weeks, so we strongly urge participants requiring visas to start theapplication process in good time. If you require a letter of invitation to facilitate your visa application, please let us know at the timeof registering. Please note that letters to assist with obtaining visas can only be provided to registered or invited participants, and these letters do not imply an invitation to the Conferencewithout payment of registration fees. If you need a letter from the host country, as well as the organizers, please notify us as soon as possible and supply your full name, date of birth, passportdetails, and proposed dates of arrival and departure.
Date cancellation received
Registration for the Conference
Technical Excursions (Study Tours)
Accommodation
On or before 18 August 2017
10% of fee will be forfeited
10% of fee will be forfeited
10% of fee will be forfeited
From 19 August to 17 September 2017
50% of fee will be forfeited
No refund unless place can be resold
No refund unless place can be resold
On or after 18 September 2017
No refund
No refund
No refund
CONTACT DETAILSFor enquiries concerning registration and accommodation, contact:
ASK Event Management LtdAbigail Stevens or Keta Hunt, Co-Directors
For further details of the programme, please contact: Mrs Margaret Bourke at: Hydropower & Dams, PO Box 285, Wallington, Surrey SM6 6AN, UK. Tel: + 44 (0)20 8773 7244 • Fax: + 44 (0)20 8773 7255 • Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hydropower-dams.com
A reduced registration fee is available for current subscribers to Hydropower & Dams.See booking information form for details.
NB: Separate booking conditions apply to Exhibition Stands, and these will be sent directly to Exhibitors by our Sales & Marketing Department.
As soon as a registration is confirmed, a number of expenses are incurred by the organizers; therefore the following cancellation conditions apply:
The online HYDRO 2017 registrationis now open, and bookings can be made via: www.hydropower-dams.com The system is simple to use, but in the event of any difficulties, please contact ASK Event Management.
Email: [email protected] ~ Tel: +44 (0)1725 519287Prices for each delegate category and conference activity are given below.
FULL DELEGATE FEE: Includes attendance of the Conference and Exhibition; documentation; conference papers on a USB stick;morning and afternoon refreshments; lunches during the Conference; full social programme €1180 (from 19 Aug)
REDUCED DELEGATE FEE: For existing subscribers to Hydropower & Dams. €1110 (from 19 Aug)
FEE INCLUDING NEW SUBSCRIPTION TO H&D: (6 issues from No. 5, 2017 + Atlas + Maps)(This represents a saving of about 35 per cent on the normal H&D subscription rate). €1305 (from19 Aug)
SPEAKER FEE: Includes all facilities described above for Full Delegates, plus an additional reception on Sunday 8 October. NB: This fee applies to one person per paper (main author or presenter). €615
FIRST EXHIBITOR FEE: (One full participant fee is included with exhibition booking). €0
SECOND + THIRD EXHIBITOR FEE: (Fee per person for up to two additional exhibitors).(Includes all benefits available to full delegates). €745
SMALL HYDRO TRAINING SEMINAR (Full day on Sunday 8 October - Design a small plant in one day). €50
ACCOMPANYING PERSON FEE: (For family members, partners or friends not colleagues attending the Conference or Exhibition).The fee includes the excursions each day, with lunch, and the evening social events. The cost for registering as an accompanying person is €475.
HALF DAY EXCURSION: The details of this are presented on a previous page. The cost for joining the tour including lunch, is €85 per person.
OPTIONAL DONATION TO THE AMI HYDROPOWER FOUNDATION: As in past years, there will be opportunity when registering online to make a donation to the AMIHydropower Foundation. This is a charitable foundation, set up by Aqua-Media and governed by a board of international trustees. It exists to facilitate theparticipation ofdelegates from the less developed countries at the annual Hydro Conferences.
TECHNICAL TOURS: Prices include all transportation, meals, guides, entrance fees during sightseeing trips, and accommodation.
Tour A - 1 day: Guinella pumped storage plant near Seville, and lunch €110 per person Tour B - 3 days: Dams and powerplants in Andalucia (and visits to Cordoba and Granada) €795 per person, single room; €728 per person sharing double roomTour C - 2 days (1 night): Alqueva multipurpose dam and pumped-storage scheme in Portugal €390 per person, single room; €360 per person sharing double room
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: These may be specified on the online registration system (including, for example, vegetarian, vegan, kosher, halal, gluten free, etc).
VISA REQUIREMENTS: This year, you will be able to apply for an invitation letter to support your visa application during the on-line registration process.
BOOKING INFORMATION
NB: Attendance of the Welcome Reception and Farewell Dinner are included within the registration fees for all participants. However, we request a nominal contribution of €15 per event forthose wishing to attend, to encourage a firm commitment to participate. This is important to enable us to assess numbers for catering, and avoid food wastage.
HYDRO 2017 HOTELS
Melia Lebreros, 4* SuperiorLocation: Calle Luis de Morales 2, 41018, SevilleDistance to FIBES Congress Centre: 4.3 km(approx. 15 min drive)Check in: from 15.00 hrs / Check out: by 12.00 hrsThis is a modern stylish hotel in the commercialNervión area. The historic centre can be accessed bybus or tram. The bedrooms were renovated in 2016,and are of a good size with a functional work space.All rooms are equipped with television, air condition-ing and complimentary WiFi. The Melia Lebreros hasan outdoor swimming pool set in gardens, as well as a gym and spa. The international breakfast buffet has a wide selectionof hot and cold items.Single occupancy: €125.00Double occupancy: €138.00www.melia.com
Melia Sevilla, 4* SuperiorLocation: Calle Dr Pedro de Castro 1, 41004, SevilleDistance to FIBES Congress Centre: 6.2 km(approx. 20 min drive)Check in: from 15.00 hrs / Check out: by 12.00 hrsThe Melia Sevilla is a newly refurbished modernbusiness hotel, located near the historic centre ofSeville. Guests have access to free WiFi and all roomsinclude a television, minibar and ironingfacilities. The hotel has two restaurants and a loungebar. There is also an outdoor pool, with pool bar,where guests can enjoy views of the Plaza España. An international breakfast buffet is included, with awide selection of hot and cold items.Single occupancy: €123.00Double occupancy: €135.00www.melia.com
NH Collection Sevilla, 4* SuperiorLocation: Avenida Diego Martinez Barrio 8, 41013, SevilleDistance to FIBES Congress Centre: 6 kmCheck in: from 14.00 hrs / Check out: by 12.00 hrsThis is a modern business hotel, and bedrooms, whichare of a good size, include complimentary WiFi,a coffee machine and television. Many rooms alsooffer panoramic views over the city. The hotel provides a buffet breakfast with a wide selection ofhot and cold items, and guests can also enjoy refreshments from the hotel bar or restaurant. Thereis also an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. A buffet breakfast is included with a wide selection ofhot and cold items. Basic computer and printing facilities are available in the lobby.Single occupancy: €127.00Double occupancy: €138.00www.nh-collection.com/hotel/nh-collection-sevilla
Hesperia Sevilla, 4*Location: Avda. Eduardo Dato 49, 41018, SevilleDistance to FIBES Congress Centre: 4.8 km(approx. 15 min drive)Check in: from 15.00 hrs / Check out: by 12.00 hrsThe hotel has a selection of classical Andalusian andcontemporary styled rooms, which are of a goodsize. All have complimentary WiFi. All guests haveaccess to a health club with an indoor pool and gymand the Porta Coeli Bar-Café, which is open from08.00 – 23.30 hrs, serving drinks, tapas and à lacarte lunch and dinner. A buffet breakfast is includedwith a wide variety of items.Single occupancy: €106.00Double occupancy: €118.00www.nh-hotels.com/hotel/hesperia-seville
MA Hotel Sevilla Congresos, 4*Location: Alcalde Luis Urunuela 2, 41020, SevilleDistance to FIBES Congress Centre: 0.4 km(approx. 5 min walk)Check in: from 14.00 hrs / Check out: by 12.00 hrsThis is a standard business hotel, located some distance from the historical part of the city, but closeto the FIBES Congress Centre. The hotel was renovated in 2014, and all rooms include free WiFi,air conditioning, and television. A business centre isavailable for guests. There is an à la carte and buffet restaurant, café andlounge, as well as a large outdoor pool with solarium. Single occupancy: €110.00Double occupancy: €128.00www.hotelsevillacongresos.com
Novotel Sevilla Marques de Nervion, 4* Location: Avenida Eduardo Dato 71, 41005, SevilleDistance to FIBES Congress Centre: 4.7 km Check in: from 14.00 hrs / Check out: by 12.00 hrsThis is a business hotel in the commercial area ofNervión. All rooms are of a good size, and includecomplimentary WiFi, television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a well equipped fitnesscentre and a bar, as well as a rooftop swimming pooland restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. The buffet breakfast offers a wide selection of hotand cold items.Please note: This hotel does not offer twin roomswith two single beds.Single occupancy: €97.00Double occupancy: €107.00 www.novotel.com
[email protected] Unit 7, Town Farm Workshops, Sixpenny Handley, Salisbury SP5 5PA, UK
Rooms have been blocked in the following hotels for HYDRO 2017 participants. Options range from standard business, to 4* superior hotels. Mostare located in the city centre, so a shuttle bus service is being organized. Full details are available on the registration website, which was launched
in early July. Assistance with budget and luxury accommodation may be given on request.
