Hydropower Flows Here

If you’re a resident or visitor to the Northwest, you’re experiencing the benefits of hydropower without even realizing it. The iconic rivers of the region not only support the livelihoods and way of life for millions of people, but are also our primary source of clean, reliable and affordable energy. In fact, hydropower isn't just the region's largest clean energy source, it's the region's single largest power source! The next time you turn on the light switch, make a pot of coffee or charge your electric vehicle, know that "Hydropower Flows Here!"

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Clean Energy

Because it’s fueled by rain and snowmelt, hydropower is a renewable energy source and does not produce waste or air pollution, avoiding the equivalent greenhouse gas emissions of more than 10 million cars on the road. 

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Reliable Power

Just as the river is always flowing, hydroelectric dams have the ability to constantly generate electricity. Hydroelectric generators can respond to increased power demands at any time of the day or night, and in any weather condition

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Economic Benefits

Because hydropower costs less than most energy sources, states that get the majority of their electricity from hydropower — like Idaho, Washington and Oregon — have lower energy bills than the rest of the country.

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Educational resources

What is hydropower?