Dam owners present hydropower as a “clean” technology. But outdated dams can hurt rivers.

Lower Bear Creek Dam and Falls, WA Photo by Rich Bowers

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From South Yuba River Citizens League   1/21/2026

The PERMIT Act Passed the House: What It Means for the Yuba River Watershed

From California Sportfishing Protection Alliance   11/1/2025

Measuring Flow to Support New Interim Flow Requirements in the Shasta River

From California Sportfishing Protection Alliance   11/1/2025

Flood plain restoration below Camanche Dam

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Reservoir Emissions:
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Celebrating Elwha River restoration

Hydropower Licensing 101 Trainings

The Hydropower Reform Coalition will be holding Hydropower Licensing 101 Trainings on  02/18/2026, 05/20/2026, 08/19/2026, and 11/18/2026.

These trainings will provide an introduction to hydropower reform, including the impacts of hydropower, the licensing and relicensing process, and opportunities for involvement. Please register for the upcoming February 18th training here: https://forms.gle/ELPy2x73NYDE6dG88

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Topic › Decommissioning and removal › Example filings and case studies › Guides, Presentations, Trainings   10/10/2023

Practitioner’s Guide to Hydropower Dam Removal

This is a comprehensive guide for dam owners and practitioners on removing hydropower dams regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Removing dams is a common practice and a good option for dam owners or licensees who determine that the expense of ownership is too great relative to the benefits provided by their dams.

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Region › License Summaries › Midwest   3/1/2020

Au Sable River Projects, Au Sable River, Michigan

Example filings and case studies   6/1/2009

Pit 1, and Pit 3, 4, and 5 Projects

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