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 But outdated dams can hurt rivers.

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From South Yuba River Citizens League 10/22/2025

Power and the River: The Yuba-Bear Hydroelectric Project and a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity

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The Klamath River’s dams are being removed. Inside the effort to restore a scarred watershed

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Hydropower Licensing 101 Trainings

The Hydropower Reform Coalition will be holding Hydropower Licensing 101 Trainings on 11/19/2025, 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 November 19th, 2025 training here: https://forms.gle/tGbRxq32hRWzLPp47

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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.