Hydropower was long the country’s leading source of renewable energy, but it was passed in 2019 by wind and in 2025 by utility-scale solar. It’s still significant, though, with 5.6 percent of U.S.

Hundreds of advocates and hydropower industry representatives will be on Capitol Hill on Wednesday for a lobbying push aimed at ensuring the energy source is included in ongoing permitting reform ...

Climate Lab is a Seattle Times initiative that explores the effects of climate change in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. PAGE, ARIZONA - JULY 10: Hydroelectric power is generated by Glen Canyon Dam in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area on July 10, ...

Understand the Lake Powell hydropower crisis and the potential actions to boost water levels in a rapidly shrinking reservoir.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: iStock Hydroelectric power is a proven way to deliver sustainable energy that produces little planet-warming ...

As Congress turns its attention to a budget reconciliation bill that could shape the nation’s energy future, it is essential not to overlook one of our most reliable and time-tested sources of ...

The global hydropower market is expected to reach $356.36 billion by 2031, driven by a focus on renewable energy. While China remains the industry leader globally, countries from Sweden to Canada are ...

Brazil bet big on a mega river dam using old data, but climate change is leaving its massive turbines high and dry.

This video showcases a mini construction project focused on building a model hydroelectric dam. It explores the science ...

Energi has awarded Veidekke a NOK580m (US$60m) contract to construct the 21MW Øygard power plant in southern Norway ...

Four turbines at Pakistan’s Mangla hydroelectric power station have been refurbished and returned to operation ...