The reporter learned today that the International Electrotechnical Commission recently officially released the international standard IEC 61116:2025 “Guidelines for Electromechanical Equipment for Small Hydropower Plants”, drawn up by Chinese experts. The standard is aimed specifically at small hydroelectric power units, marking China's further transition from a “follower” to a “leader” in the field of small hydropower technology.

The reporter learned today that the International Electrotechnical Commission recently officially released the international standard IEC 61116:2025 “Guidelines for Electromechanical Equipment for Small Hydropower Plants”, drawn up by Chinese experts. The standard is aimed specifically at small hydroelectric power units, marking China's further transition from a “follower” to a “leader” in the field of small hydropower technology.