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1,000 delegates

Decision-makers, experts and innovators

70+ countries

Government ministers, business leaders and civil society
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About

Congress 2019


The World Hydropower Congress brings together industry, government, finance and civil society to set priorities for the future of the sector.

The seventh congress will be held in Paris from 14 to 16 May 2019. The event is organised by the International Hydropower Association (IHA) and hosted in partnership with UNESCO’s International Hydrological Programme.
Climate and SDGs

Agenda


The 2019 Congress will focus on hydropower’s role in delivering the Paris Climate Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals, under the theme ‘The Power of Water in a Sustainable, Interconnected World’.
Strategic partners:
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Supporting partners:
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2019

Programme


Take a look at the event programme for the 2019 World Hydropower Congress.
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Early Bird

Registration


Registration is now open with an early bird discount until 31 January.
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Staying in Paris

Accommodation


IHA has secured special rates for Congress delegates at several hotels in Paris.
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IHA announcements

Latest news


Keep up-to-date with all Congress-related news and announcements.
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Watch: Highlights from Congress 2017

Last Congress

Highlights from 2017


The last World Hydropower Congress was held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in May 2017.