What We Do

RevHYDRO is dedicated to advancing sustainable hydropower technologies and contributing to the modernization of energy production in Europe.

By integrating innovative methodologies and technologies with focus on circular economy, RevHYDRO aims to enhance the operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, and economic viability of hydropower facilities across the continent.

Key Directions

1. Biodiversity Conservation:

  • Implement the intelligent fish barrier (I-Fish), a machine-learning-driven system to guide fish safely past turbines, supporting aquatic life and ecosystem balance (SO3).

2. Smart Refurbishment Strategies:

  • Develop numerical simulation methodologies to understand and quantify the limitations of current turbines, providing a solid foundation for improved designs (SO1).
  • Introduce innovative runner flow control (RFC) and draft tube flow control (DFC) technologies that enhance turbine resilience and flexibility without complete runner replacement (SO2).

3. Sustainability and Circular Economy:

  • Integrate sustainable materials and processes, conducting life cycle assessments (LCA, LCI, LCC) to optimize equipment use, reduce CO2 emissions by 30%, and minimize resource consumption by 25% (SO4).

Innovative Features

Impact Goals and KPIs

Efficiency Gains

Increase operational efficiency by up to 10%, enhance turbine lifespan by 25%, and widen the operating range by 50%.

Cost Reduction

Achieve a 20% decrease in operational costs and 50% savings in refurbishment capital expenses.

Biodiversity Support

Ensure safe fish passage and promote aquatic ecosystem health.

Sustainability Metrics

Develop a Circular Economy Integrated Indicator (CEII) for assessing and improving refurbishment practices in hydropower.

Collaborative and Sustainable Future

RevHydro’s multi-disciplinary approach harnesses fluid mechanics, structural engineering, machine learning, and eco-friendly practices.

The project’s results aim to bolster European technology leadership, offering scalable solutions for hydropower operators worldwide. Through targeted dissemination, training, and stakeholder engagement, RevHydro will contribute to a resilient, flexible, and environmentally harmonious energy landscape.

Connect with RevHydro’s journey and explore its innovative solutions to modern hydropower challenges.

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