Upcoming Webinar: Unconventional Hydropower and Its Role in Grid Flexibility

As we move toward more resilient and sustainable energy systems, hydropower continues to play a vital role—not only as a renewable energy source but also as a key contributor to grid flexibility and reliability. Join us for an engaging webinar focused on Unconventional Hydropower and Its Role in Grid Flexibility, where we will explore the latest innovations and research in this fast-evolving field.

Date: 21 May 2025
Time: 09:05 – 10:30 CET
Register here: https://lnkd.in/dVbG53GR

This session will bring together top researchers and engineers developing novel hydropower systems that push the boundaries of traditional design—highlighting new approaches to energy storage, sedimentation management, and flexible generation.

Panelists:

• Dr. Stefano Cassano (HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland)
  Presenting StorHy and the La Rance demonstrator, exploring scalable models for energy storage.

• Robbert Nienhuis (University of Groningen, Netherlands)
  Introducing a novel underwater pumped-hydro storage system designed to increase flexibility in renewable grids.

• Sudesh Dahal (ETH Zürich, Switzerland)
  Discussing reservoir sedimentation management in Switzerland as a pathway to long-term hydropower sustainability under climate change.

Moderator: Elena Vagnoni