You’ve likely driven past dams, admired flowing rivers or noticed hydro plants on project lists, but how did we get from simple waterwheels to massive renewable power stations? The story of hydroelectricity is one of innovation, adaptation and, ultimately, a major steppingstone in the world’s energy mix. From Waterwheels to Watts Long before electricity was a thing, humans used water for power. Waterwheels turned grain, pumped water and drove early industry. But it wasn’t unt

Sometimes the future helps us rediscover the past. During geophysical surveys for the proposed Aurora Green Offshore Wind Project , developers recently helped uncover the long-lost wreck of the City of Hobart off the coast of Gippsland. The City of Hobart was built expressly for the Tasmanian trade route in 1853. The iron steamship sank in July 1877 while travelling from Newcastle to Melbourne carrying more than 600 tonnes of coal. Although the crew safely abandoned the vess

From tidal power and geothermal heat, to floating solar farms and record-breaking wind turbines, renewable energy projects around the world are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in infrastructure delivery. We’ve rounded up ten of the most interesting, ambitious and downright cool renewable energy projects from across the globe. These projects offer a fascinating look at how renewables are being designed, built and scaled at a global level. 1. Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon,