On June 22, 2011 will be held the conference-debate Mega Hydroelectric Power Plants in Patagonia (Chile) organized by the IEI and sponsored by the Unesco Chair of the Patronat Sud-Nord (General Foundation of the University of Valencia). Dr. Pablo Szmulewicz, Director of the Institute of Tourism of the Austral University of Chile and Dr. Francesc La Roca i Cervigón, Professor of the Department of Applied Economics, will participate as speakers.
Patagonia is one of the last regions of the planet where the hand of man has barely entered, with natural reserves and a unique biodiversity. In this enclave, the construction of five mega hydroelectric power plants is being planned, on the Baker and Pascua rivers, together with a power line of more than 2,400 km, which will have a strong impact on the territory. In spite of this, this project responds to the energy needs of Chile, which would obtain energy independence and security through the use of water, its own renewable and clean resource, and would also bring growth and economic development to the country. During the conference there will be a debate on whether coexistence is possible in this context. Conference Venue: Ignasi Villalonga Hall, Faculty of Economics (1st Floor).
Time: 12:30 p.m.
