- | Policy Drivers
Read All About It: Groundbreaking Report Ushers in New Understanding of Hydropower
The U.S. Department of Energy seeks feedback on future content for its Hydropower Market Report. Complete the 5-minute questionnaire…
- | Project Operations
A Major Overhaul & Hydro Modernization Achieves Greater Output & Performance
Sponsored ContentDue to deterioration and degradation of the OEM unit, a run-of-the-river hydro plant built in 1923 sought an…
- | Project Operations
Sharing Solutions for Common O&M Challenges at Hydro Projects
In this article, find examples of solutions being applied to resolve five commonplace challenges.
- | Project Operations
FERC Finalizes Updates to Dam Safety Regulations
On Thursday, December 16, 2021, the commissioners of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) voted to make the largest…
- | Innovation/Technology
Impacts of Flexible Operation on Hydrogenerators
Sponsored ContentWith increased intermittent renewable penetration, the number of hydro units moving from base load into flexible operation increases…
- | Innovation/Technology
Say Goodbye to Modernization Complications with a Turnkey Approach
The upgrade of a hydroelectric plant requires extensive planning and expertise, having a profound impact on engineering and operation…
- | Innovation/Technology
Recognizing Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters
Learn more about this year's OSAW recipients being recognized for their operational excellence and/or contribution to recreational, environmental or…
- | Project Operations
Water Temperature Conditioning Enhances Fishery Resources in Washington State
The work described in this article illustrates how hydropower is ensuring healthy fisheries, even in times of climate extremes.
- | Project Operations
Highlighting Hydro Modernization
Sponsored ContentUpgrading your hydro facility presents the opportunity to not only modernize equipment but incorporate new infrastructure essential to…
- | Events
Speaker Spotlight: Clyde Krout, Thompson | HCMS
Learn more about featured Clean Currents speaker, Clyde Krout of Thompson | HCMS. Krout has earned the title of…
- | Project Operations
Keeping the Grid Stable When Units Isolate
Grid stability is critically dependent upon hydro units performing under abnormal circumstances. Much research has been done on the…
- | Events
Clean Currents Speaker Spotlight: David A. Chapman
David Chapman, Hydropower Training Program Manager in the Hydropower Technical Support Branch in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’…
- | Project Operations
Request to Asset Owners: Participate in Industry Trends Survey
If you work for a hydro project owner/operator, we request your help. The Hydropower Foundation and the Ontario Waterpower…
- | Policy Drivers
Recent Federal Court Case Amplifies Challenges Faced by Operators of Multi-Purpose Projects
A federal judge in Georgia in August 2021 held that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers may modify operations…
- | Project Operations
Coping with Climate Extremes
Hydropower is continuing to generate electricity despite extreme drought conditions that have persisted for multiple years
- | Project Operations
Renewed Focus on Emergency Action Plans
Owners of dams, particularly those with high-risk classifications, develop and regularly test Emergency Action Plans, known as EAPs.
- | Project Operations
Seattle City Light Shares Experience with Removing a Dam and Restoring a Stream for Fish
Seattle City Light restored waterway's natural flow and rehabilitated native fish populations.
- | Project Operations
Roadmap for Hydropower Plant Upgrade and Modernization
The discussion on hydroelectric plant rehabilitation and modernization has been increasing due, in large part, of its inclusion in…
- | Project Operations
Hydropower Flexibility Saves New England 2 Billion Grams of CO2 Emissions in One Afternoon
On June 9, 2021, temperatures in New England climbed into the 90s and electricity demand soared. Thanks to the…
- | Project Operations
Sharing Experiences and Lessons Learned: Why It Matters in Hydropower
Experience is the best teacher. That’s particularly true in the hydropower community. By sharing experiences, best practices, and lessons…