The National Hydropower Association (NHA), the Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA), the Hydropower Foundation, and Kleinschmidt Associates are excited to announce the third annual "Ear to the River" survey findings. Launched in 2021, the intent of the “Ear to the River” annual survey of the industry is to help owners of hydroelectric facilities and all professionals working in the hydro and greater renewable energy industries better understand the key issues and opportunities that the industry expects to face in the next few years.
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Based on our experience with over 30+ dam decommissioning projects across North America, and in keeping with the drama of Hamlet, we would like to share our Playbook for Dam Decommissioning & Removal. The playbook is complimented with the Play Exposition: Factors to be Considered.
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The interest in developing new pumped storage hydropower (PSH) is accelerating, as is the push to modernize and upgrade existing facilities. As new variable output, renewable energy facilities such as wind and solar are added to the electrical grid, there is a growing need for a proven, economically viable, and carbon-free technology such as PSH that can store excess energy as well as quickly start-up to meet peak demands. Over 50 GW of new PSH may be needed in North America for grid stability as more renewable energy sources come online.
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As the owner of a hydroelectric facility, chances are that you know the technical aspects of how a plant produces electricity and what it takes to keep it running. However, are you as familiar with the regulatory oversight required for your facility?
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