The Hydropower Vision report outlines a scenario where U.S. hydropower could grow from 101 GW (combined generating and storage capacity in 2015) to nearly 150 GW by 2050. More than 50% of this growth is projected to occur by 2030.
The IRA is expected to be transformative for the hydropower sector, providing investment certainty and encouraging growth in both existing and new projects.
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America has the skilled professionals to perform successful outages and upgrades at today’s Hydro Electric Facilities. The UBC invests over $250 million dollars a year in craft skills and leadership training to ensure our customers and signatory partners have the best trained craft in the industry.