Clean Currents 2021 is the all-new, official waterpower tradeshow + conference of the National Hydropower Association—promoted by North American waterpower to benefit the industry.

Conventional hydropower, pumped storage, small hydro and marine energy are already flexible and renewable clean energy sources. Clean Currents will showcase innovative solutions, thought leadership and exclusive educational opportunities to ensure that the advantages of hydropower remain relevant long into the future.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Clean Currents 2021:

1) Clean Currents is the only national waterpower tradeshow owned by NHA

Clean Currents is the all-new official waterpower tradeshow + conference owned and produced by the National Hydropower Association.

2) Clean Currents reinvests all proceeds back into the industry

Clean Currents is the only national waterpower event that will reinvest proceeds back into the industry and support NHA’s efforts to elevate all forms of waterpower in the clean energy future.

3) Asset owners support Clean Currents

85% of the asset owners in North America are NHA members and to date, 35 of these entities have already indicated they will participate. It’s going to be a great opportunity for generators, suppliers and the entire waterpower community to interact face-to-face.

4) Clean Currents programming is industry-driven and open to all

With industry input, NHA is developing technical-, operations- and business-focused content. All attendees—including exhibitors—will have unfettered access to ALL sessions and workshops. Check out our Conference Sessions and Workshops Guide!

5) Clean Currents 2021 is a week-long experience, packed with opportunities to network

The conference runs Wednesday, 10/20 – Friday, 10/22 while the tradeshow takes place on Wednesday and Thursday. However, the complete Clean Currents experience includes a Hydro Foundation Golf Tournament on Monday, October 18, and a variety of activities on Tuesday, October 19, including Georgia Power hydro plant tours, pre-conference workshops, and a Hydraulic Power Committee networking dinner. All networking opportunities from Wednesday through Friday are included with your registration—no extra costs!

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5 Reasons to Attend this Inaugural Event!

Connect with a diverse and dynamic waterpower community. Thousands of hydropower professionals are expected to attend.

Experience hydropower innovation and visionary thinking. Hear from speakers who have an eye toward the future and engage in thought-provoking discussions.

Gain new insights. Our comprehensive educational program will be driven by hydropower thought leaders and feature exclusive content.

Explore the latest waterpower solutions from across the hydropower supply chain. Established industry leaders as well as companies new to the market will be on hand to solve business challenges and build partnerships.

Shape the clean energy future. Drive innovation, shape policy, address hydropower workforce development and find answers to industry challenges.

6 Reasons to Invest in Clean Currents

Be an industry pioneer. Get in on the ground floor of this unique, new and innovative event that’s for the industry by the industry. Your support helps fund work that moves hydropower forward.

Meet with decision-makers. Connect with hydropower project owner/operators, IPPs and other business partners all in one place.

Reach new audiences. Connect with prospects and gather leads for your waterpower products/services at the tradeshow.

Show support of current customers. They may be giving a talk, presenting a poster or hosting a workshop.

Showcase your products/services. Host hands-on demonstrations and in-depth discussions related to the waterpower supply chain.

Market your organization. Raise brand exposure to thousands of waterpower decision-makers while enhancing your organization’s reputation.

Clean Currents 2021 is ON! Hear from NHA’s own Malcolm Woolf on who’s attending and why YOU need to.

See what Herbie Johnson, General Manager of Southern Company, has to say about the importance of Clean Currents.

See what Steve Wright, General Manager at Chelan P.U.D, has to say about the importance of Clean Currents.

For the Industry.

By the Industry.

"I'm really excited to see and commune with all my Hydro Friends again. Hydropower has always felt unique among utility-scale power generation industries in the depth of personal relationships that are developed over the years and decades. The heavy restrictions on one-on-one meetings this past year were difficult to take, but we did so for the greater good, not knowing how the pandemic would play out. Although we have found new ways of conducting business, nothing is better than one-on-one interactions, so I salute NHA for their brave leadership and unwavering commitment to organizing this large, in-person event - with suitable precautions - despite the constantly changing directives from government officials. Power on, NHA!"

Voith Hydro looks forward to being a part of this highly anticipated tradeshow and conference spearheaded by the National Hydropower Association. Our participation in this new and progressive conference will allow us to connect with customers, consultants, vendors, regulators and other innovators and experts, while simultaneously strengthening and growing the National Hydropower Association as the voice of our hydroelectric industry.

“NHA is the voice of hydropower and by participating in Clean Currents we can unite with one another to amplify our clean hydropower voice. This exciting new conference allows us to champion the broader work of the industry and further support the NHA.”

“NHA Clean Currents seeks to attract companies and professionals in a diversity of hydropower contexts from conventional hydro to energy storage and marine energy. The conference emphasizes visibility with customers and face to face meetings with colleagues and peers.”

Having Georgia Power Company serve as host utility for NHA’s first-ever hydro tradeshow and technical conference in Southeast is very important to us. We’re excited to bring the industry to the great city of Atlanta. Hydro was one of our first generating resources when our company was founded, and our first renewable energy source, and it’s as strong today as it has ever been.

“As the voice of the industry, NHA is well-positioned to organize an event that convenes all the key players to discuss critical issues that will enable hydropower to maximize its potential as a source of clean, reliable, renewable energy.”

“We are excited that the NHA - the hydropower industry champion - has created Clean Currents to continue promoting the growth of clean, renewable hydropower. We are thrilled that this event will focus on all aspects of our industry and will benefit all companies that are passionate about hydropower.”

“Seattle City Light is very much looking forward to attending Clean Currents in 2021. This is shaping up to be an incredible event for renewable energy, especially for hydropower.”

“Duke Energy is proud to support NHA’s Clean Currents 2021. The conference aligns with our mission to provide clean, renewable energy to our customers as we transition to a lower-carbon energy future.”

Chelan County P.U.D. is excited to see the launch of NHA’s Clean Currents event, which brings the hydropower industry together and strengthens our trade association’s ability to thrive while representing hydropower.

"The nation's energy makeup continues to evolve as more states adopt changing climate and clean energy goals. It is incumbent on hydropower owners and operators to keep pace with the rapid policy and market developments to stay relevant. Clean Currents facilitates the exchange of ideas and best practices, supporting innovation to meet the needs of the changing energy landscape."

The future of energy lies in clean, flexible and renewable energy sources.