Workshop on pumped-storage hydropower offered in advance of HydroVision event

A workshop on pumped-storage hydropower is among the pre-conference events scheduled in advance of the upcoming HydroVision International Conference and Exhibition in North Carolina.

The workshop, “Technical Trends & Development of Pumped Storage & Variable Speed Machines,” will focus on conventional and adjustable speed pumped-storage technologies and the merits of each technology. The event is organized by Toshiba International Corporation.

The pre-conference offerings include workshops, meetings and other events geared toward regulatory issues, environmental issues, research and development and a range of other hydro-related topics. Conference-related activities begin July 26.

HydroVision, the year’s largest gathering of hydropower professionals, is planned for July 27-30, 2010, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, N.C.

HydroVision 2010 will highlight perspectives on the role of hydropower, explore issues affecting hydro resources and help participants develop a vision to meet challenges and ensure the future sustainability of hydropower. The conference will bring together a broad range of worldwide hydro professionals with environmental, technical, social and regulatory perspectives.

For more details, or for registration information, visit the Events page located under the Home tab at www.hydroworld.com, or visit www.hydroevent.com

Hydro Review, HRW-Hydro Review Worldwide and PennEnergy are flagship media sponsors of HydroVision International, which is owned and produced by PennWell.

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