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The Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) supports the hydropower workforce through a variety of opportunities focused on workforce development.

The U.S. Department of Energy, through its Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO), and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in early 2023 to enhance collaboration on hydropower technology development.

The purpose of the Peer Review is to evaluate projects funded by WPTO based on their contribution to the office’s mission and goals, track progress made against stated objectives, and assess the office's overall management and performance.

The U.S. Testing Expertise and Access to Marine Energy Research Program (TEAMER) is designed to provide marine energy technology developers and researchers with access to U.S.-based test facilities and technical expertise.

In coordination with the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the Water Power Technologies Office oversaw the development and release of an updated second assessment and Report to Congress in 2017, examining the potential ...

Learn about the national labs active in water power research and development.

WPTO established four National Marine Energy Centers to capitalize on regional advantages and provide access to marine energy testing facilities.

$45 million funding available for tidal and current energy research and development.