Wanted: elbow grease

In Divonne-les-Bains, an association founded by former CERN personnel is restoring the oldest hydroelectric plant in France

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Wanted: elbow grease

Benzole powered thermic engine from 1907 with its three-ton wheel. (Image: CERN)

Are you an electromechanical technician or engineer, an IT specialist, an energy expert, keen on helping to set up a museum, or just willing to give up some of your time? Join Divonnelectro, an association founded by Georges Leskens, a former electrical engineer at CERN. The association's current project is to restore the oldest hydroelectric plant in France. 

The members of the association meet every Tuesday morning, or more frequently if events are planned or for social occasions. Divonnelectro participates in the scientific development of renewable and sustainable energy through the organisation of technical conferences and exhibitions at the plant.

 

Read more: "Wanted: elbow grease" - CERN Bulletin