Interessengemeinschaft Wasserkraft Baden-Württemberg

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Founded in 2011, Interessengemeinschaft Wasserkraft Baden-Württemberg is a co-op headquartered in Reutlingen, Germany specializing in Hydro.

Interessengemeinschaft Wasserkraft Baden-Württemberg (IGW) is an association of hydropower plant operators and hydropower supporters in Baden-Württemberg. Founded in 2011, it advocates for small hydropower as a critical component of sustainable, regional, and reliable energy supply. The organization focuses on balancing economic and ecological interests in hydropower utilization, promotes integration of small hydropower into the energy transition, and works on policy advocacy regarding hydropower licensing and fish protection measures. Key activities include hosting technical congresses, publishing position papers, and engaging in dialogue with government and regulatory bodies on issues including the Water Framework Directive, ecological measures, and feed-in tariff legislation.