Awards

Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters

The Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters (OSAW) awards annually recognize deserving organizations in the waterpower industry for projects that exhibit exemplary operational, educational, historical, recreational, or environmental enhancement and stewardship. Each year, NHA presents the OSAW awards at Clean Currents. Learn more about the OSAW awards and submit an application for this year’s competition.

Dr. Kenneth Henwood Award

The Dr. Kenneth Henwood Award, NHA’s highest individual honor, is presented annually to an individual within the waterpower industry who exhibits dedication to waterpower as an energy technology; persistence in the face of institutional obstacles; appreciation and understanding of the relationships among project engineering, environment and economics; a strong commitment for fair dealing and plain speaking; and uncommon energy, enthusiasm, and excitement as a leading force in the industry.

PAST CHAIRS’ LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP

This annual award was created in 2008 by NHA Past Chairs to support future industry leaders as they complete their education.

The Rising Star Award

The Rising Star Award recognizes an early-career professional not exceeding the age of 35, with 3 to 10 years of total professional experience, who demonstrates not only ongoing leadership, but a commitment to grow their career and leadership roles within the water power industry.