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Hydropower Elite Gathers in Valence: Following Trends at the 18th Rencontres France Hydro Électricité

Hydropower Elite Gathers in Valence: Following Trends at the 18th Rencontres France Hydro Électricité

11.06.2026
On June 10 and 11, 2026, the French city of Valence becomes the hub of European hydropower. The local exhibition center, Palais des congrès, is currently hosting the prestigious 18th Rencontres France Hydro Électricité trade fair, which completely maps out the present and future of the hydropower plant sector.
 
This year's edition, organized by the national association France Hydro Électricité, is welcoming more than 500 delegates and a hundred leading technological exhibitors. The main discussions revolve around key topics such as the energy transition, technological innovations in turbine areas, modern regulation, and the environmental sustainability of operating hydraulic structures.
 
For our company, monitoring these European trends is essential. The exchange of know-how with French and international partners allows us to bring the most modern and efficient solutions directly into our projects. Expert conferences, workshops, and demonstrations of the latest technologies clearly show that small hydropower plays an irreplaceable role in the decarbonization of industry.