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Hydropower - 21 May 2009
Organised by the British Hydropower Association
11.00-12.30
Supply Chains for hydropower development in the United Kingdom
Chair: Professor David Williams, Chief Executive, British Hydropower Association
The supply of equipment, construction and services for renewables project development in the UK is a cause for concern. The problems for wind are well known and are being addressed by the Government and industry. Hydropower has been in the fortunate position of having an industry based in the UK as a result of the growth of hydro and pumped storage from the end of the Second World War to the late 1960s. However, the immediate potential of onshore hydro and the future development of offshore hydro will stretch the indigenous capability. Means must be found of seizing this opportunity. This workshop will address the issues now facing the entire hydro sector and hopefully lead to some solutions.
| 11.00 | Introduction by Chair |
| 11.05 | Hydro development in the UK - size and scope Professor David Williams, CEO, British Hydropower Association [ presentation ] |
| 11.20 | The challenge for equipment suppliers Charles Crewdson, Chairman, Gilbert Gilkes & Gordon Ltd [ presentation ] |
| 11.35 | Changes to the consultant's role Kieron Hanson, Director, Hydroplan UK |
| 11.50 | Discussion and Q&A Following the speakers’ presentations, a panel of companies active in the development of the UK hydro sector will give brief reviews of their roles and a general discussion will ensue on what regulatory, trade support and industry development requirements will be needed to realise the country’s hydropower potential. |
| 12.30 | Lunch and exhibition |
