| Policy DriversHow to Craft an Action Plan When Seeking Federal Hydro Permits or Licenses
While the Trump Administration's impact on hydropower permitting and licensing is undetermined, what should a company do when seeking…
| Policy DriversHow Has Water Power Benefitted from the Inflation Reduction Act?
Since the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was enacted in 2022, the law has created once-in-a-generation opportunities for water power,…
| EventsWhat is Water Power Week in Washington D.C.?
During the week of March 31, 2025, the water power community will gather in Washington, D.C., to focus on…
| Policy DriversWhat a Republican Trifecta Means for Water Power in 2025
The re-election of Donald Trump and Republican control of Congress could have significant implications for the hydropower industry, particularly…
| Policy DriversWhy Hydro’s Reliability Benefits Matter
Wind and solar energy are the fastest growing sources of U.S. power generation; yet, as intermittent resources, they require…
| Policy DriversHow the Overturning of Chevron Impacts Water Power
In June, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the Chevron doctrine, thereby sharply curtailing federal agency power. While the immediate…
| Policy DriversWide-Scale Distribution of Hydropower Strengthens the Grid
The wide-scale distribution of clean energy through high-voltage direct current lines represents just one of the many ways hydropower’s…
| Policy DriversWhat is at Stake for Water Power on Capitol Hill in 2024?
With 2024 underway, NHA has identified both challenges and opportunities for the water power industry as it moves forward…
| Innovation/TechnologyHow to Find and Win Federal Funding to Accelerate Your Organization’s Mission
It is an unprecedented time in the U.S. in terms of access to funding opportunities and tax credits to…
| EventsThe Art of Influence: How to Practice Effective Advocacy on Capitol Hill
The “average citizen” has power to shape policy in Washington, D.C. It starts by making visits to your elected…
| EventsNHA’s Southeast Regional Meeting Heads to Auburn, Alabama
NHA's Southeast Regional Meeting comes to Auburn, Alabama, from January 23 – 24, 2024. The Southeast Regional Meeting is…
| Policy DriversHow Existing Hydropower Could Benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act, signed in 2022, provides tax credits for new generation, but determining how to apply tax…
| EventsWrapping Up – NHA’s 2023 Highlights
With December nearly over, National Hydropower Association compiled an overview to reflect on the year’s many successes, highlights, and…
| Innovation/TechnologyMarine Energy Success in State Legislation Offers Roadmap to Water Power
Last month, California made enormous strides in support of marine energy by adopting the "Wave and Tidal Energy Bill,"…
| Policy DriversWhy Hydropower is Critical in Managing Seasonal Variability
With electricity from wind and solar expected to double in the next five years, periods of lower generation will…
| EventsBipartisanship in Energy and Commerce Subcommittee Defines House Hydro Hearing
The recent House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security hearing, titled “American Hydropower: Unleashing Reliable,…
| Policy DriversTax Credit Legislation – Share Details with Your U.S. Senators and Representative
By incentivizing environmental upgrades and retrofits, the Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act ensures that the existing…
| Policy DriversHow Integrating Conduit Hydropower Into Water Management Facilities Can Help Meet Energy Demand
The integration of conduit hydropower into existing utility water management facilities has the potential to help meet energy demand…
| Policy DriversHydropower Industry’s Response to DOE Funding Shows Huge Need for Investment in Hydro Infrastructure
The hydropower industry’s response to the U.S. Department of Energy’s 243 and 247 programs highlights the huge need for…
| EventsShare Your Value – Invite a Legislator for a Tour on Hydro Day
National Hydropower Day takes places on August 24, and it’s a yearly celebration of the importance of hydropower, as…

