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| EventsAsset Owners To Unveil Investment Plans During Clean Currents’ Meet and Greets
One of the unique aspects of the upcoming Clean Currents conference + tradeshow is formalized “meet and greets” with…
- Powerhouse Article | Project Operations
The Mussel Behind Clean Water: Why Safe Fish Passage Matters for Water Quality
With an average age of 64 years, and nearly half of nonfederal plants up for relicensing by 2035, the…
- Powerhouse Article | Events
Exploring Hydropower on the Ohio River – Tour Opportunities at Clean Currents 2023
Clean Currents 2023, taking place in Cincinnati, Ohio, from October 10 - 13, will have three exciting tour opportunities…
- Powerhouse Article | Innovation/Technology
Why Hydropower Owners Need to Talk with Bitcoin Miners
While Bitcoin miners pursue deals with hydropower generators, generators should understand how they can benefit, as bitcoin mining can…
- Powerhouse Article | Project Development
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Launches Dam Infrastructure Investment Program, Provides $7.5 Billion in Loans
The United States Army Corps of Engineers launched the Corps Water Infrastructure Financing Program, which has the capacity to…
- Powerhouse Article | Project Operations
How Runner Blade Inlet Edge Replacement Can Improve Cavitation Performance
American Hydro breaks down designing and testing a low, specific speed Francis runner prototype, as well as the process…
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Follow the Cash: A Guide to Matching Hydro Projects with U.S. Government Funding
As more than half a billion dollars in U.S. government funding begins to flow (first deadline is May 8),…
- Powerhouse Article | People
Addressing Hydropower’s Workforce Challenges at NHA’s Midwest Regional Meeting
Addressing the hydropower industry's workforce challenges sometimes requires looking outside the industry for solutions. During the Midwest Regional Meeting,…
- Powerhouse Article | Project Operations
Governor Overhaul or Upgrade: Maximize Your Capital Expenditure and Optimize Performance
Mechanical governors have been steadfast hydroelectric control system for over a century. As the years go on, utility owners…
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Keeping the Grid Stable When Units Isolate
Grid stability is critically dependent upon hydro units performing under abnormal circumstances. Emerson walks through best course of action…
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The Unheralded Task of Penstock Maintenance
Penstock maintenance is critical to the success of hydropower facilities, but it its often overlooked. By developing a Penstock…
- Powerhouse Article | Policy Drivers
Certifying Hydropower as Low Impact
The Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) has been certifying hydropower sites as ‘low impact’ since 1999. Shannon Ames, executive…
- Powerhouse Article | People
How a Hydro Project Owner Helps Students Experience the Columbia River
The Public Utility District of Chelan County, Washington, does far more than generate hydroelectric power. Interactive learning at its…
- Powerhouse Article | Policy Drivers
A Call for Participation: Help Build Hydro’s Roadmap to the Future
Take part in identifying the activities that will guide hydropower on its critical path to the clean energy future.…
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How to Choose the Best Water Bypass Methods for Your Hydropower Construction Projects
Diverting water around or through hydropower construction project often leads to safety risks, increased costs, and schedule delays —…
- Powerhouse Article | Innovation/Technology
Are Drones the Future of Dam Safety?
The emergence of aerial and underwater drone technology has benefitted the hydropower industry due to the speed and access…
- Powerhouse Article | Innovation/Technology
Top Dam Topics: What’s on the Minds of Dam Owners?
While dams come in a variety of sizes and types, owners agree the issues top-of-mind for them include assessing…
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Rehabilitating the Generator at Thief River Falls, Minnesota
L&S' scope of services spans a variety of expertise. For instance, the onsite apparatus repair team joined forces with…
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Continuing Education for Hydro Operators: December 5 Course on Optimizing Safety and Unit Protection
At NHA’s Southeast Regional Meeting in Chattanooga, Tennessee, December 5 - 6, attendees can participate in Hydro Academy, where…
- Powerhouse Article | Project Development
How Hydropower Asset Owners Manage the Effects of Extreme Weather
Extreme weather has become more frequent, and learning how to mitigate damage potential is critical to hydro asset owners…
