Using environmental DNA to determine how hydropower affects biodiversity in rivers Using environmental DNA to determine how hydropower affects biodiversity in rivers Author: Juliet Landrø / 09 March 2023 Researchers from HydroCen have taken over 400 DNA samples from Norwegian rivers. The aim is to analyze as many as 800 samples nationally to investigate how various forms of hydropower affect species living in the river. Ultimately, the goal is to help the hydropower industry produce more sustainable renewable energy. Read more
Can turbulent eddies save fish from turbines? Can turbulent eddies save fish from turbines? Author: Juliet Landrø / 21 May 2021 Researchers seek to use turbulent eddies in the river to safely guide salmon and eels past hydropower plants. Read more
Flood dampening of hydropower reservoirs is important for flood protection Flood dampening of hydropower reservoirs is important for flood protection Author: / 23 September 2020 Read more
Flexible hydropower providing value to renewable energy integration Flexible hydropower providing value to renewable energy integration Author: Juliet Landrø / 29 October 2019 Flexibility resources are crucial for a secure and robust power system. As increasing shares of variable renewable energy sources (VRE) are integrated into electricity systems, the need for flexibility and energy storage also increases. A new report describes the role of hydropower and the need for flexibility in the future electricity system. Read more
Researchers put hydropower on EU energy agenda Researchers put hydropower on EU energy agenda Author: Silje Margrethe Nessjø Larsen / 13 September 2019 Hydropower could play an important role in realizing a reliable renewable energy system in Europe, researchers, EU officials and industry members said at the launch of a new hydropower research programme. Read more