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Governments of Canada and Manitoba allocates funds to boost hydro capacity at Pointe du Bois Renewable Energy Project
In a joint effort to fortify Manitoba's clean electricity grid and ensure a continued supply of affordable and reliable low-carbon energy, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance...
Quebecers overwhelmingly support expansion of hydroelectric power and wind energy, survey suggests
In a recent survey conducted by Ipsos on behalf of the Montreal Economic Institute, it was revealed that a significant majority of Quebecers endorse the development of new...
Alberta Government invests C$5 million in Eyemore Dam feasibility study
The provincial government of Alberta is funding a C$5 million feasibility study for a new dam to be constructed in Southern Alberta, Canada.
Plans approved to raise B.F. Sisk Dam to boost water supply and public safety in California’s Central Valley
The Biden-Harris Administration, in partnership with the San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority, has given the green light to the B.F. Sisk Dam Raise and Reservoir Expansion...
Hydro-Québec inaugurates Romaine complex
Hydro-Québec has celebrated the official inauguration of the 1550MW Romaine Complex, marking a significant milestone in Québec's energy evolution.
Historic wave energy legislation signed into law by California Governor Gavin Newsom
California took a step forward in harnessing ocean energy as Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California Senate Bill 605, known as SB 605, into law.
US Senators Murkowski and Sullivan propose legislation to boost hydropower upgrades
Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, both representing Alaska under the Republican banner, have introduced legislation with the aim of fortifying existing hydroelectric facilities...
Canada's Ocean Supercluster launches $10.5 million HydroAware project for AI-enhanced fish monitoring in hydropower
Canada's Ocean Supercluster (OSC) has unveiled the HydroAware Project, a $10.5 million initiative aimed at advancing hydropower capabilities while ensuring the conservation of...
CorPower Ocean collaborates with AltaSea for US expansion
Swedish wave energy firm CorPower Ocean has entered into a significant partnership with AltaSea, the leading blue economy research and development center in the US. The Memorandum...
Hydro-Québec's Eastmain-1 development gets highest level Hydropower Sustainability Certification
In a landmark achievement, Hydro-Québec's Eastmain-1 development has earned the prestigious gold-level certification in adherence to the Hydropower Sustainability Standard. After...
Manitoba Métis Federation and Manitoba Hydro announce revitalization agreement
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis and Manitoba Hydro are to address existing hydroelectric developments and work together on...
Canada Energy Regulator greenlights Hertel–New York interconnection project
In a significant step towards facilitating clean energy transfer between Canada and the United States, the Canada Energy Regulator (CER) has granted authorization for the construction...
Assembly Committee unanimously passes SB 605, propelling California towards wave and tidal energy
Eco Wave Power Global AB celebrates a significant milestone as the California Assembly Committee on Utilities and Energy unanimously approves California Senate Bill 605 – the Wave...
WPTO allocates $4.3 million in technical assistance to empower hydropower community
The Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) of the US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the selection of 10 technical assistance projects, worth $4.3 million, through the...
Underground infrastructure engineering completed for US’ first full-scale wave energy test facility
Jacobs has successfully completed the underground infrastructure engineering for the PacWave South commercial-scale ocean wave energy testing facility – set to become the...
Ontario Government expresses support for "Made-in-Ontario" waterpower
Energy Minister Todd Smith reaffirmed the Ontario government's commitment to "Made-in-Ontario" waterpower during his keynote address at the Annual Power of Water Canada...
OPG's Calabogie generating station returns to service with enhanced capacity
Ontario Power Generation has announced that the redeveloped Calabogie Generating Station is back in service, providing more clean hydropower for the Canadian province of Ontario.
New credit assistance program from USACE to assist dam safety projects
The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have announced the finalization of a rule that will establish a...
US DOE recognizes winners and announces competitors for Hydropower and Marine Energy Collegiate Competitions
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has revealed the victorious teams of the 2023 Hydropower Collegiate Competition (HCC) and Marine Energy Collegiate Competition (MECC). Endicott...
