Charging Ahead:
‍Sydney 2027

Join us on 6 - 8 April for the premier global event on hydropower, setting the agenda for an energy secure future.

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Powering the future

The world’s most influential hydropower gathering, uniting leaders from government, finance, industry, and civil society to drive the policies and solutions that define the sector's future. With a proven legacy of shaping international hydropower policy, the World Hydropower Congress is a catalyst for advancing sustainable hydropower development worldwide.

Key themes and topics

Global perspectives and leadership

Gain insights from senior leaders and experts on the future of hydropower in a decarbonised world.

Regional policy and market trends

Explore how regional policies and market dynamics shape the development of hydropower.

Energy system integration and grid flexibility

Delve into innovations in hydropower that are supporting renewable integration and enhancing grid flexibility.

Sustainability and environmental resilience

Discover how hydropower can contribute to sustainable development and climate resilience.

Financing and investment strategies

Learn about innovative approaches to financing hydropower projects and derisking investments.

Project delivery and supply chain optimisation

Discussing changing regulations in the energy sector.

Impact

Play a pivotal role in shaping global policy for sustainable hydropower. This is your opportunity to engage directly with the decision-makers and changemakers driving meaningful progress in the sector.

Learn

Participate in daily sessions led by the industry’s foremost thought leaders, policymakers, and influencers and gain insights that will inform and inspire your work long after the event.

Network

Connect with senior industry leaders and decision-makers from around the globe, exchange ideas with your peers, and explore the latest innovations transforming the hydropower landscape.

The Stake holder forum

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What happened in 2021
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Special event: Tony Blair and Malcolm Turnbull in conversation

A special event on the opening day of Congress brought together two former Prime Ministers, both of whom played a pivotal role in putting climate change high on the national and global political agenda.

Tony Blair, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (1997-2007) and Malcolm Turnbull, Prime Minister of Australia (2015-2018) outlined some of the critical considerations needed to advance sustainable hydropower; from how to avoid the risk of future blackouts through to how net zero can be achieved without a compromise to continued global growth.

China Three Gorges Corporation: Helping China to reach its net zero carbon goals

China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG) is the world’s biggest investor in hydropower and also has an impressive solar and wind portfolio. It has taken a major step to expand China’s use of renewable energy and reduce carbon emissions with the opening of the Baihetan hydropower plant in June 2021.

Baihetan, in southwest China on the Jinsha River (a tributary of the Yangtze), has 16 generators with a capacity of 1 million kilowatts each. It is expected to be fully online by the end of 2022, and it is estimated that it will reduce carbon emissions by 51.6 million tonnes annually.

San José Declaration on Sustainable Hydropower

The San José Declaration on Sustainable Hydropower, issued at the conclusion of the World Hydropower Congress, outlines a vision for hydropower’s contribution to meeting global climate and development goals.

The Declaration was presented at COP26 and identified a set of principles, recommendations and commitments to guide new developments and enhance the sector’s contribution to the energy transition.

Launch of the Hydropower Sustainability Standard

At the 2021 Congress, hydropower companies and international organisations declared their support for a new sustainability certification scheme for hydropower.

The Hydropower Sustainability Standard will help to ensure that hydropower projects across the world are recognised and certified for their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.

Previous partners

The 2023 Congress took place under the leadership of Indonesian President Joko Widodo.

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About the event

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