Conférence : La fée électricité née de la puissance des torrents

28July2025
Le monêtier-les-bains   
Discover the fascinating history of hydroelectricity in Oisans with Jacques Julliard.
From the first sparks of the discovery of electricity to the lakes and dams that shape our landscapes, this conference will take you to the heart of this revolutionary advancement through life stories, key moments, archive images and technical insights.
Who were the pioneers of this energy revolution?
What sacrifices were made to build these titanic works?
How has La Houille Blanche shaped our region, from industry to tourism and education?

Conference organized in partnership with the Richesses Culturelles de l'Oisans (RCO) association as part of the centenary of the 1925 International Exhibition of "White Coal" and Tourism. Jacques Julliard is a retired executive of Schneider Electric, Vice-President of the Encyclopedia of the Environment and Energy, member of the board of directors of the Association for the Heritage and History of Industry in Dauphiné, as well as a volunteer and lecturer at the Inter-Ages University of Dauphiné. A friendly drink is offered at the end of the conference.

Dates and times

Opening hours on July 28, 2025
MondayOpen

Pricing

Free

Practical information

We speak French

Location

Address

Le jardin du Lautaret
Lautaret
05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains
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