The £1 Billion Replanting of Dinorwig, Wales' Iconic Pumped Storage Facility (1/8) скачать в хорошем качестве

The £1 Billion Replanting of Dinorwig, Wales' Iconic Pumped Storage Facility (1/8)

Discover how ENGIE is investing £1 billion to regenerate the iconic Dinorwig pumped storage power station in North Wales. This video explores the ambitious 10-year refurbishment programme designed to extend the life of one of the UK’s most critical energy assets — ensuring clean, flexible power for decades to come. 🔧 What’s covered in this video: Overview of the Dinorwig and Ffestiniog pumped storage facilities The scale and complexity of the regeneration project How replanting and valve replacement works are carried out The role of AI and advanced engineering in modernising infrastructure Why pumped hydro is vital for the UK’s net zero energy future 🌍 Why it matters: Dinorwig and Ffestiniog together provide 2.1GW of storage capacity — 74% of the UK’s pumped hydro — helping balance the grid and support renewable energy integration. This investment secures energy resilience, creates local jobs, and supports the UK’s Clean Power by 2030 target. 📌 Key facts: £1bn investment by ENGIE and CDPQ Up to 6 generating units to be refurbished 10-year timeline for Dinorwig AI-enhanced valve design and precision engineering Once-in-40-years drainage process for inspection 🔗 Learn more: https://www.engie.co.uk/pumped-hydro-... #ENGIE #Dinorwig #PumpedStorage #CleanEnergy #NetZero #UKEnergy #Hydropower #EnergyTransition #Infrastructure #GreenJobs