Education Approach - Clean Currents 2021

CLEAN CURRENTS 2021

Education Approach

NHA is creating a unique educational program for Clean Currents—this is how it's being developed ...

During the planning phases when we were envisioning this all-new waterpower industry experience, NHA solicited input from members and non-members on industry event wants and needs. When people shared with us their perceptions of education opportunities at other national events, it became clear that there was a need to develop a well-rounded program not limited to technical content. People wanted to experience relevant content that remains dynamic and helps answer the challenges of our ever-changing industry.

To continue in the spirit of industry involvement and assure that content for the event answers the needs of the industry, NHA staff has sought the guidance, input, and counsel of NHA member companies, the industry at large, and those that influence, regulate, and affect the industry. We have organized topic-based working groups of representatives; discussions and sharing among these groups ensure the industry’s most vital topics continue to rise to the surface.

The working groups are encouraged to focus on topics that would lead to sharing technical best practices in a variety of disciplines. To expand beyond technical content, our program will also include ‘how to’-type sessions to help asset owners improve operations and management and apply innovation that will:

reduce costs;
increase flexibility;
and support additional clean renewable power generation.

Most importantly, NHA feels that as your industry voice and advocate, it is our responsibility to transform your input into conference content, versus relying on industry professionals like yourself to “do the heavy lifting.” NHA staff will do the work to build an exciting program so you can remain focused on your core duties.

In addition to getting the topics “right,” NHA is committed to delivering content in compelling ways to create an educational experience unique to Clean Currents. Our objective is to offer a variety of learning formats including:

Hands-on tours

Workshops

Brief announcements in the Powerhouse

Informal roundtables

Asset-owner-only discussion sessions

Panel discussions

Formal technical presentation

A Pledge to Our NHA Clean Current Working Group Volunteers

NHA recognizes that the individuals participating in our working groups are volunteering their time. This is why we have pledged to be thoughtful and respectful of their time and are committed to making their involvement a positive and valuable experience.

If you’d like to be part of one of the volunteer working groups to meet and develop content for Clean Currents 2021, please contact events@hydro.org.

Available Topic-based working groups:

Asset Operations/Operational Excellence/Hydraulic Power (includes dam safety,
public safety, shoreline and recreational management)
Communications and
Public Education
Environmental
Studies/Science Advances
License Implementation
Marine Energy (wave,
tidal, streamflow)
Market Opportunities
New
Technologies/Innovations
Plant Modernization
Pumped Storage
Small Hydro
State-of-the-Art
Practices/Technology
Workforce Development

Questions?

Contact the Clean Currents Exhibits Manager at +1 301-200-4616 ext. 106 or send an email here

For the Industry.

By the Industry.

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.