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NHA and Marine Renewables Canada in historic knowledge sharing agreement
18 March, 2024
In a landmark move aimed at leveraging marine energy for global net zero objectives, the National Hydropower Association (NHA) in the US and Marine Renewables Canada (MRC) have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), solidifying their commitment to collaborative advancement and knowledge exchange in marine energy development.

Third annual "Ear to the River" survey unveils insights into US hydroelectric industry's Future
13 March, 2024
In a bid to shed light on the future trajectory of the hydroelectric industry, the National Hydropower Association (NHA), the Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA), the Hydropower Foundation, and Kleinschmidt Associates have revealed the findings of the third annual "Ear to the River" survey. Launched in 2021, this initiative aims to provide crucial insights into the challenges and opportunities anticipated by owners of hydroelectric facilities and professionals in the hydro and broader renewable energy sectors over the next few years.

Kleinschmidt Associates appoints Nick Ciomei as Engineering Technical Director and Alison Jakupca as Principal Consultant
27 February, 2024
Engineering, regulatory, and environmental consulting firm Kleinschmidt Associates has announced the appointment of Nick Ciomei, P.E., to position of Engineering Technical Director. With over 13 years of engineering expertise, Nick will spearhead the Hydrology and Hydraulics, Fisheries Engineering, and Civil Engineering divisions at Kleinschmidt.

Russ Sanford takes seat on Hydro Foundation Board of Directors
19 January, 2024
Kleinschmidt Associates has announced the election of Russ Sanford, Chief Growth Officer, to the Board of Directors of the Hydropower Foundation (HF) for the year 2024. The Foundation actively engages and serves the clean energy industry by supporting work in education, research, and workforce development.

New Programme Management Unit takes helm to steer Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II to completion
18 December, 2023
The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) has officially appointed the Pula Nala Joint Venture as the Program Management Unit (PMU) entrusted with overseeing the final phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Phase II construction.

National Hydropower Association (NHA) launches Hydro Academy and calls for curriculum development contributions
12 December, 2023
As the US hydropower workforce faces an impending surge of retirements by 2035, the National Hydropower Association (NHA) is taking proactive measures to address the evolving needs of the industry. In response to this imminent challenge, NHA has established the Hydro Academy and is currently in the process of creating an NHA-certified Hydropower Systems Principals Course.

Nepal set to become centre of excellence in sustainable hydropower with new partnership
03 March, 2023
Over 60 hydropower professionals in Nepal are benefiting from training on the Hydropower Sustainability Standard thanks to a new partnership between the International Hydropower Association’s (IHA) Sustainability Team and the Nepal Hydropower Association.

Bipartison bill set to spur hydropower upgrades, restore free flowing rivers
12 December, 2022
New Bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), along with Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) is set to establish a new 30% tax incentive for dam safety and environmental improvements and to remove obsolete river obstructions.

US hydro industry welcomes signing of Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
17 August, 2022
The National Hydropower Association in the US has welcomed the news that President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 into law this week, with CEO Malcolm Woolf stating that the legislation will help to accelerate the development of new pumped storage hydropower projects and hydropower generation on existing dams.

New bill to promote hydropower development in the US
09 July, 2020
A bill introduced by Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers could help speed up hydropower development in the US.

Applications open for women in hydropower mentoring scheme
29 June, 2020
A mentoring scheme for women in hydropower is now accepting applications for the 2020 - 2021 year.

Hydropower associations team up to set Covid-19 recovery pathway
19 May, 2020
Sixteen international and national organisations representing the global hydropower sector have released a joint statement setting out guiding principles for energy infrastructure policy in the Covid-19 recovery.

US Clean Energy Sector calls on congress for help during COVID-19 Pandemic
20 March, 2020
Organisations representing the clean energy sector in the US have teamed up to deliver a letter to the US House and Senate leadership calling for the prompt repair and extension of critically important tax incentives to help renewable and clean grid industries surmount the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Malcolm Woolf named new CEO and President of NHA
29 July, 2019
The National Hydropower Association (NHA) has announced that Malcolm Woolf will be its next Chief Executive Officer and President, taking over from Linda Church Ciocci.

Women in Hydropower Mentorship Program still open for applicants
07 June, 2019
The Women in Hydropower Mentorship Program – which will match mentors with protégés from across the hydropower sector in the US – is accepting applications up to 1 August 2018.

Snohomish County PUD wins NHA award
30 April, 2019
The Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) has been honored by the National Hydropower Association (NHA) with its annual Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters Award.

New report unveils plan to reinvigorate hydropower in the US
04 April, 2019
A new report from the National Hydropower Association (NHA) and Chelan County Public Utility District (Chelan PUD) identifies ways in which the capabilities of hydropower in the US could be unleashed for the next 30 years.

US Senate passes bill that supports non-powered dam and closed-loop pumped storage development
12 October, 2018
The US Senate has passed a bill that includes several provisions promoting hydropower deployment, with the bill now heading to President Trump.

New applicants sought for Women in Hydropower Mentorship Program
16 May, 2018
The Women in Hydropower Mentorship Program has announced that it is now accepting applications.

NHA reacts to US Presidential Elections
10 November, 2016
The National Hydropower Association (NHA) has congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his victory, and has said it is hopeful that he will recognize hydropower’s current value, and the greater role it can play in revitalizing the nation’s energy and water infrastructure.



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