The return of over 950 adult steelhead to the Pelton Round Butte hydro project on the Deschutes River during the 2024-2025 run has marked an unprecedented success in fish restoration efforts in the region. This achievement, recorded as the highest population since the 1960s, has been attributed to
As geopolitical challenges and unpredictability continue to reshape global energy markets, Europe finds itself at a pivotal juncture in ensuring energy security. The crux of the discussion revolves around the intersection of sustainability, energy security, and economic growth, particularly in
The establishment of the National Energy Dominance Council by President Donald Trump marks a pivotal moment for U.S. energy policy, particularly in advancing the potential of federally owned hydropower facilities. Abundant, affordable electricity is fundamental to America's economic future,
Italy's remarkable achievement in reaching a record 41% renewable energy share in its power demand by 2024 illustrates the country's commitment to sustainable energy practices and reducing its carbon footprint. The surge was driven predominantly by tremendous strides in hydropower and
The recent developments surrounding hydroelectric dams on Oregon’s Willamette River have sparked a significant debate about their impact on endangered salmon. A new law, enacted after President Joe Biden signed legislation, instructs the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the Corps) to temporarily halt t
The article discusses a proposal by Goat Lake Hydroelectric, a subsidiary of Alaska Power & Telephone (AP&T), to increase electricity rates for customers in Haines and Skagway, Alaska. The reason for the proposed rate hike is primarily to cover the costs incurred from repairing a submarine
