China approved the world's largest hydropower project to begin construction, citing the economic benefits and need to shift ...

Every energy source across the sector is key in achieving this goal, but my district in central Washington is home to a vital piece of infrastructure in that mix: hydroelectric dams. As a proven ...

Investments in the powerhouse appear to be paying off, helping meet growing demand and modern standards for safety and the ...

When Duke Energy opened four floodgates at Cowans Ford Dam last fall, it made headlines. On that September day, water surged ...

Hydropower is a reliable source of energy. However, the inconsistent nature of water flows and electricity demand often challenges hydropower operators and reduces revenue.

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (Gerd) was built on the Blue Nile and is Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam. Once completed, the dam aims to power millions of homes, increase economic growth ...

Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District (CNPPID) and Lincoln Electric System (LES) have finalized a power purchase agreement for 20 megawatts of energy from Central’s Jeffrey Reservoir ...

including an upper reservoir 1.5 times the size of the existing Borumba Dam. Discussions are ongoing between Queensland Hydro and representatives of the Kabi Kabi people and the capacity of the ...

The structural integrity of the dam is essential for preventing not just flooding, but ensuring the continued operation of hydroelectric power generation.

“I don’t think any more big hydro dams will be built,” said Mauro Maura Severino, a lecturer in electric energy at the University of Brasilia. ”Brazil should move towards clean ...