Adding Hydro at Existing Dams: Project Profiles

摘要

Development of 50 new hydro plants at existing dams in 15 states is under way. Profiles of eight of these plants provide information about who is developing these projects, the level of investment being made, and why this type of development makes sense. Completion of the new 12-MW Jordanelle hydro plant at the 16-year-old Jordanelle Dam in Utah points to an emerging trend in the U.S. - development of new hydro facilities at existing dams. From Utah to Texas and from New York to Washington State, both public and private companies are pursuing this type of development. This article profiles planned hydro developments in eight states, which will provide more than 200 MW of new clean, renewable electricity.