“First, do no harm” is a phrase associated with health care professionals, but it also applies to sustainability practices. Clean energy deployment is as much about reducing harm (pollution) as it is about reducing costs, and when it comes to hydropower—which provides nearly one-third of renewable electricity generation in the United States and is growing—a key area of concern is the safety of ecosystems and species, especially fish.
The NHA's Powerhouse published an insightful article by VP of Public Affairs Kate Stirr discussing the challenges and solutions to ensuring safe passage for eels through operating hydropower plants.
Hydro Review reports on Natel's first European hydro installation, the Sauerbrunn Hydro Project in Austria.
Listen to Gia Schneider's conversation with Lara Pierpoint on the Catalyst podcast about how to build more, and more sustainable hydropower.