The average U.S. hydroelectric plant has been operating for 64 years. Such a lengthy service record shows the plants have staying power. But it also invites questions about aging hydro control systems ...

Eaton (NYSE: ETN) is helping to modernize and upgrade an electrical system at a hydroelectric power plant in Vermont. Eaton will update and automate the power and control systems at the 6.9-MW Proctor ...

The term “hydroelectric power” often brings to mind immense operations driven by purpose-built infrastructure such as dam systems and large turbines with traditionally metallic, propeller-based ...

Explore a mini hydroelectric dam construction project in this engaging science demonstration. Learn about the mechanics ...

Japan’s Ricoh has designed a micro hydropower system for sewage plants that could potentially be used in combination with ground-mounted solar or floating PV. The system features a sustainable water ...

We all know the story arc that so many projects take: Build. Fail. Improve. Fail. Repair. Improve. Fail. Rebuild. Success… Tweak! [Kris Harbour] is no stranger to the process, as his impressive ...

As Consumers Energy considers exiting the hydropower business, its fleet of dams on Michigan rivers are in line for millions in federal incentives for upgrades to the aging facilities. The major ...

The pico-hydro generation system can be used with factory drainage systems and irrigation canals. According to the manufacturer, it is made with 3D-printed sustainable materials and is able to ...

As the world looks to incorporate more renewables into energy grids, centuries-old systems that can balance supply and demand ...