Hydropower has a long and storied history in the United States, being one of the earliest sources of large-scale electricity generation. The first commercial hydropower plant in the U.S. began operations in 1882 in Appleton, Wisconsin, harnessing the energy of flowing water to generate electricity. Throughout the early 20th century, the construction of large dams and hydropower facilities, such as the Hoover Dam and the Grand Coulee Dam, marked a period of significant growth for hydropower. These massive projects not only provided substantial electricity generation capacity, but also contributed to flood control, irrigation, and water supply.
Hydropower has been surpassed by wind energy, but remains the second largest source of renewable electricity in the country, contributing nearly 6% of total U.S. electricity generation. The potential for growth lies in the modernization and upgrading of existing facilities, incorporating advanced technologies to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impacts. Additionally, the development of small-scale and micro-hydropower projects presents opportunities for expanding hydropower capacity in a more environmentally sustainable manner.
Hydropower’s ability to provide reliable baseload power and rapid response to fluctuations in electricity demand makes it an ideal complement to intermittent renewable sources. Moreover, pumped-storage hydropower, which involves storing energy by pumping water to an elevated reservoir during periods of low demand and releasing it during peak demand, offers a valuable solution for grid stability and energy storage.
Our hydro power courses are designed to teach the fundamentals of the industry, starting with our popular Hydropower 101 course, perfect for new employees or anyone needing a refresher.
We can tailor training for your employees at your location or online
Continuing EducationEUCI is an accredited education provider and can offer continuing education credits for most professions that require certification. We are registered with NASBA to provide CPE credits on almost all of our training and we are also approved by IACET to provide continuing education credits that are recognized by a wide range of organizations.
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EUCI provides an excellent platform for corporate engagement in the hydropower sector. Sponsoring an EUCI event allows your company to:
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Our pricing model is designed specifically for hydropower teams, whether you’re looking to train your staff on the fundamentals or advanced topics such as FERC licensing. We offer online training in packs of 5, 10, or 20 licenses, with the flexibility to combine packs and individual licenses to suit your team’s size. Discounts start at 20% for a 5-pack and go up to 40% for groups of 20 or more.
Additionally, we can create a custom training bundle that gives your team access to multiple hydropower courses throughout the year. Contact us today, and we’ll be happy to assist with your training needs.
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