4 things to know about hydroelectricity ENGIE has gained national and international recognition in the development and responsible operation of hydroelectric plants Hydroelectric power plants generate electricity using the kinetic and potential energy of water The water drives turbines that in turn drive generators which convert mechanical energy into electricity ENGIE operates three main categories of hydroelectric power plants: Countries with rich hydroelectric resources are the first to meet their electricity needs with renewable electricity production Hydropower promotes the growth of intermittent renewable energies such as wind and solar thanks to its flexibility in terms of dispatching* and storage meeting demand when these variable sources are not available and allowing energy storage when there is a surplus Hydroelectric power plants are flexible and reliable and they have a long service life * Management of energy distribution on power grids to keep supply and demand in balance  Greenhouse gas emissions from hydroelectricity are mainly due to the use of cement (depending on the type of cement and its production method) and during the first years of filling reservoirs in tropical areas together with its consortium partners Crédit Agricole Assurances and Mirova an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers have acquired the second largest hydroelectric portfolio of Portugal with a generation capacity of 1.7 GW a concession term of 45 years This hydroelectric portfolio includes three newly commissioned pump storage units along with three recently repowered run-of-river plants as the industrial partner for the consortium will operate and maintain the hydroelectric portfolio and also provide energy management services ENGIE is the country's leading independent producer of electricity These major projects are backed up by initiatives and projects carried out in close collaboration with local associations and structures.  ENGIE Energía Perú operates two hydroelectric plants: Yuncán (with a nominal capacity of 136.5 MW) and Quitaracsa (with a total nominal capacity of 118 MW).  ENGIE operates 3 hydroelectric power plants: Tanzmühle ENGIE led the construction of the Laja hydroelectric plant the first run-of-the-river power plant in Chile A system of turbines installed at the foot of the dam avoids the need to divert the river and minimizes the dam’s environmental impact The Europe Generation BU operates the Coo-Trois-Ponts pumped storage power station a facility with an installed capacity of 1,164 MW located in the Ardennes is one of the most successful electricity generators in the UK with an installed capacity of 2,088 MW It manages and operates the Dinorwig and Festiniog pumped storage power stations located in the Snowdonia region of Wales.  You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Plasteurope.com is a business information platform for the European plastics industry It is part of KI Kunststoff Information and PIE Plastics Information Europe one of the leading content providers for the European plastics industry We offer daily updated business news and reports polymer prices and other services for the international plastics industry News | Polymer Prices | Suppliers Guide | Jobs | Register | Advertising Pfreimd: Neue Panzer Leopard 2 A7V der Bundeswehr stehen während der feierlichen Übergabe für das Panzerbataillon 104 auf dem Kasernengelände Das Panzerbataillon 104 wird in den kommenden Monaten nach und nach mit Kampfpanzern des Typs Leopard 2 A7V ausgestattet Entwicklungsstufe des Leopard 2 hin und das "V" steht für "verbessert" Foto: Daniel Karmann/dpa +++ dpa-Bildfunk +++ In a bold demonstration of its commitment to NATO and Ukraine Germany has proposed deploying its sophisticated Patriot air defense systems to Poland this initiative aims to safeguard a key logistics hub critical for transporting military supplies to Kyiv fortifying NATO’s eastern flank as the war in Ukraine continues The German Ministry of Defense emphasized that the deployment seeks to enhance the security of military supply routes essential for Ukraine’s ongoing war effort German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius underscored the operation’s strategic importance labeling the Polish logistics hub as an irreplaceable link in the flow of vehicles This move is the latest in a series of military aid measures by Germany which has emerged as the European Union’s leading provider of support to Ukraine The deployment proposal has been submitted to NATO for formal approval signaling a unified approach to countering Russian aggression in the region The Patriot MIM-104 is a cornerstone of modern air and missile defense Developed in the 1980s by the United States this mobile system is renowned for countering threats such as tactical ballistic missiles The system features advanced passive electronically scanned array radar technology and engage multiple targets simultaneously even under heavy electronic countermeasures Key features of the Patriot system include: A standard Patriot battery can carry up to 16 PAC-3 missiles per launcher ensuring comprehensive coverage of critical infrastructure The system’s reputation for reliability and adaptability makes it a game-changer in countering complex aerial threats The proposed deployment to Poland would be temporary German soldiers will accompany the systems and NATO regarding the precise placement of the units such as the 2023 deployment of Patriot systems in Zamosc to protect vital railway hubs near the Ukrainian border Germany currently operates nine Patriot batteries bolstered by a €1.4 billion investment in March 2024 for four additional units This reflects Berlin’s broader military rearmament strategy under Chancellor Olaf Scholz addressing years of Bundeswehr underfunding Germany’s support for Ukraine is not without limits Berlin has refrained from supplying long-range missiles despite similar contributions from the United States and the United Kingdom citing strategic concerns and resource constraints As Russia continues its offensive in Ukraine NATO’s eastern flank has become a critical focus of defensive operations Germany’s Patriot deployment reflects a collective push to secure supply routes and reassure NATO allies of the Alliance’s unity It also demonstrates the adaptability of NATO’s integrated air defense network which is vital in managing the dynamic threats posed by modern warfare This deployment is not just a tactical move; it’s a strategic statement of NATO’s enduring commitment to collective defense and Ukraine’s resilience in the face of aggression Lockheed Martin's Precision Strike Missile Program Soars to New Heights with Successful Qualification Tests Lockheed Martin is revolutionizing missile technology with its groundbreaking Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) program,.. 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