Insight into key developments in pumped storage

US Scientists have developed an algorithm to predict electric grid stability using signals from pumped storage hydropower projects.

2025 Sep 07

Facts about hydropower

Facts about hydropower Renewable hydropower is a reliable, versatile and low cost source of clean electricity generation and responsible water

2025 Dec 27

Hydropower Market Reports

The Hydropower Market Reports provide a comprehensive picture of developments in the U.S. hydropower and pumped storage hydropower fleet and industry trends.

2026 Feb 23

Hydroelectric Incentives | Department of Energy

Hydropower also provides critical energy storage, and pumped storage hydropower accounts for 96% of all utility-scale energy storage capacity in the United States. But as today''s facilities

2026 Jan 12

Follow the Cash: A Guide to Matching Hydro Projects with U.S

Qualified hydroelectric facilities that make capital improvements related to the addition of energy storage such as reservoir capacity, pumped storage hydropower, and

2025 Jul 26

Investing in Hydro storage

Its massive storage capacity, extended lifespan, superior long-term profitability, and positive contribution to greenhouse gas emissions reduction make it a cornerstone of the

2024 Mar 23

How does pumped hydro storage make money?

Through careful planning, community engagement, and a commitment to minimizing environmental impact, pumped hydro

2024 Dec 05

U.S. Hydropower Potential | Hydropower Vision

Installing hydropower in existing water infrastructure like conduits and canals. Developing small hydropower projects could add additional hydropower capacity and support distributed energy

2025 Jan 26

Hydropower explained

Hydropower is energy in moving water People have a long history of using the force of water flowing in streams and rivers to produce mechanical energy. Hydropower was one of the first

2024 Oct 18

Follow the Cash: A Guide to Matching Hydro Projects with U.S

Qualified hydroelectric facilities that make capital improvements related to the addition of energy storage such

2025 Jan 08

Hydropower and the Cost of Capital – why does it matter?

Currently the non-power benefits of hydropower, like flood management or irrigation, are not paid for, so projects do not secure revenue that reflects the services they

2024 Oct 21

Improving the Market Viability of Pumped Storage

Five ways pumped storage hydropower can overcome barriers and become both economically viable and attractive to investors

2025 Oct 06

Pumped Storage

Hydropower is making its comeback, and not just as a generation source. Water can act as a battery, too. It''s called pumped storage and it''s the largest and oldest form of energy storage in

2025 Apr 30

Hydropower | Department of Energy

Hydropower plays a key role in ensuring electricity grids remain reliable and stable as they evolve to incorporate more variable

2024 Jun 29

Pumped Storage Hydropower | Department of Energy

Pumped storage hydropower (PSH) is a type of hydroelectric energy storage. It is a configuration of two water reservoirs at different elevations that can

2026 Feb 01

U.S. Hydropower Market Report 2023 Edition, Executive

The hydropower incentives authorized in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) as well as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits are expected to stimulate investment in the existing

2024 Dec 25

Implementing sustainable business models for hydropower

For years, hydro storage has ofered a cost-efective way to provide large-scale balancing and grid services, with improved predictability on cost and performance. New hydro storage

2025 Sep 01

Can hydropower keep the lights on?

And more projects are set to come online. The hydropower development pipeline now exceeds 1,000GW, with 600GW of pumped storage and 475GW of conventional projects.

2024 Jan 30

Hydroelectric Incentives | Department of Energy

Hydropower also provides critical energy storage, and pumped storage hydropower accounts for 96% of all utility-scale energy storage capacity

2025 Apr 12

Hydropower Basics | Department of Energy

Hydropower, or hydroelectric power, is one of the oldest and largest sources of renewable energy, which uses the natural flow of moving water to

2024 Jul 04

Hydroelectric Power: Energy is Good for Texas

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration The most recently constructed hydropower plant in Texas is the R.C. Thomas Hydroelectric Project, located at the Livingston Dam in the city of

2025 May 04

Pumped Hydro Storage: What Is It and Can It Save

Call 866-550-1550. Pumped hydro storage (PSH) is a type of hydroelectric power with great potential. Learn about PSH pros and cons

2024 Jul 09

Hydropower Market Reports

The Hydropower Market Reports provide a comprehensive picture of developments in the U.S. hydropower and pumped storage hydropower

2026 Feb 08

Beyond clean energy: The many benefits of

In fact, in some cases these projects can even improve flow regimes and environmental conditions, as well as provide other benefits.

2025 Apr 29

Industry-first guide charts path to unlock investment in

"It is impossible to achieve an efficient, reliable, net zero power grid without combining renewables with large-scale, long duration energy storage. PSH, sometimes known

2026 Feb 03

How does pumped hydro storage make money? | NenPower

Through careful planning, community engagement, and a commitment to minimizing environmental impact, pumped hydro operators can successfully navigate

2024 Jun 02

Pumped storage hydropower and the Inflation Reduction Act

Below, I''ll dive into what pumped storage is, how it can help drive the energy transition, and how the IRA can help spark more pumped storage projects in the US.

2024 Sep 25

Hydropower Investment Opportunities Remain Untapped | Department of Energy

, including both rivers and canals, that can be utilized for in-stream hydropower. With the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act offering many

2025 Nov 21

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