IRENA Expert Follow-up Event

The FDFA, together with IRENA, SFOE, lHA, other interested organisations and IRENA member states, plan an “Expert follow-up Event on Hydropower” October 2022 for 3 days with about 80 participants (of which most from developing countries). The participants will gain a common understanding of the role which hydropower can play in the renewables energy mix and the policy and general framework which is required to pave the way for hydropower development.

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Country:

Switzerland, Global

Project Period:

19.12.2019 to 30.11.2022

Services Provided:

Implementation and knowledge sharing: organization of event, development of content and facilitation

Name of Client(s)

Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA)

Name of Staff involved and functions performed:

Hedi Feibel, Martin Bölli (thematic experts), David Sheldon (logistic support / organisation)

Description of the Project:

Objective:

The event should:

  1. Take stock of the discussion points – in particular on hydropower – at the IRENA Assemblies January 2019 and January 2020;
  2. Create a common understanding and awareness among the various stakeholders on the opportunities offered by hydropower compared to other renewables;
  3. Facilitate exchange of experiences (success stories and challenges) as well as best practices

Services and activities by Skat:

  • Facilitation and contribution to development of event content and program
  • Provision of contacts in Skat’s global hydropower network
  • Organization of the event, including logistics and co-sponsoring
  • Preparation and support, including participant participation and organizational support
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