Path to Clean Energy is a program of the National Hydropower Association. Despite being one of the largest generators of clean, renewable energy, sometimes hydropower gets overlooked. Yet, hydropower is essential to a reliable, carbon-free electricity grid. We encourage you to sign up for our Path to Clean Energy newsletter, and join us for our virtual events.

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VIRTUAL EVENT: Riding Waves, Currents & Tides: Advancements in Marine Energy

In celebration of World Oceans Day on June 8 at 2:00 PM ET, the National Hydropower Association in partnership with Marine Renewables Canada will be hosting a Path to Clean Energy Virtual Event, “Riding Waves, Currents & Tides: Advancements in Marine Energy.”

World Oceans Day is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on marine energy technologies (wave, tidal, ocean current, ocean thermal, and riverine) – North America’s next-gen renewable.

Marine energy is believed to be the missing link for meeting North America’s clean energy goals and decarbonizing the electricity grid as it has the potential to power hundreds of millions of homes.

NEWSLETTER: Path to Clean Energy Vol. 6

California was 100% Renewable Before it was 97% Renewable

River Conversation Groups, Hydro Industry & Tribal Community Advance Licensing Reform

One Step Closer for Marine Energy, One Step Closer for Clean Energy

VIRTUAL EVENTS

The Vast Potential of Marine Energy

On March 30th, the National Hydropower Association’s Path to Clean Energy hosted a virtual event titled: “The Vast Potential of Marine Energy”.

Event featured Energy Department officials and technology developers discussing the market opportunities for marine energy (wave, tidal, ocean current, ocean thermal, and riverine marine).

Pairing Batteries & Hydropower: Clean Energy’s Untapped Solution

On March 11th the National Hydropower Association’s Path to Clean Energy hosted the Virtual Event, “Pairing Batteries & Hydropower: Clean Energy’s Untapped Solution”, in partnership with the Energy Storage Association.

The Role of Hydropower in a Rapidly Decarbonizing Grid

On December 7th NHA hosted its latest Path to Clean Energy Virtual Event, “The Role of Hydropower in a Rapidly Decarbonizing Grid”, featuring panelists from American Rivers, Stanford Woods Institute for Environment and Union of Concerned Scientists.

What the 2020 Elections Mean for Clean Energy

On October 13th, NHA hosted the Path to Clean Energy Virtual Event, “What the 2020 Election mean for Clean Energy” hosted in partnership with ClearPath. Panelists explored energy platforms & clean energy proposals.

What’s After Renewable Portfolio Standards? Featuring U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski

On July 23, the National Hydropower Association hosted its inaugural Path to Clean Energy Virtual Event, “What’s After Renewable Portfolio Standards?” in partnership with the National Association of State Energy Officials.

NEWSLETTERS

PATH NEWSLETTER VOL 6

California was 100% Renewable Before it was 97% Renewable

River Conversation Groups, Hydro Industry & Tribal Community Advance Licensing Reform

One Step Closer for Marine Energy, One Step Closer for Clean Energy

PATH NEWSLETTER VOL 5

Despite widespread drought conditions in California, from April to September 2021, hydropower was the third-largest source of electricity after natural gas and electricity imports

Everything You Wanted to Know About Pumped Storage Hydro, But Were Afraid to Ask

Hydro on the Hill: The Bipartisan Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act & Build Back Better Act

Ocean EV Charging for Underwater Vehicles?

PATH NEWSLETTER VOL 4

New $150 Million Investment Leads Charge for U.S. Non-Powered Dam Hydropower Development

Hydropower Industry Embraces New Technological Advancements

ICYMI: The Role of Hydropower in a Rapidly Decarbonizing Grid

PATH NEWSLETTER VOL 3

Hydropower provided 33% of peak evening ramp in California during grid emergency

A new pumped storage hydro project could soon be a reality

ICYMI: department of energy and the national research labs: the future of hydro in a rapidly changing grid

PATH NEWSLETTER VOL 2

Think Again: Universities Look To Hydropower As Renewable Solution

Shared Vision: Majority Renewables By 2030

Congress Recognizes Hydropower In Recent Legislation

PATH NEWSLETTER VOL 1

In the face of COVID-19, Hydropower Operators Go Above and Beyond

Wait, What? Pumped Storage is More Affordable Than Batteries?

Decarbonizing America’s Grid: Umm, Not Without Hydropower…

Down to Brass Tax: Parity for All Renewables

What’s in the Hydropower Development Pipeline

California Sees Pumped Storage Hydropower as Key to Meeting Clean Energy Goals

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