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Contact Water.Competition@nrel.gov for more information.
Hydropower— energy created from fresh, moving water—is the world's oldest form of renewable energy.
This competition invites interdisciplinary teams of undergraduate and graduate students to:
- Develop a case study on hydropower’s role in a future power grid supported by 100% renewable energy and the associated opportunities and challenges of incorporating the hydropower fleet into this future power grid.
- Partner with hydropower industry professionals to learn about career opportunities in the hydropower industry
- Conduct educational events to raise awareness of hydropower in their communities.
By participating in the HCC, students gain industry experience, valuable exposure to hydropower career pathways, and greater knowledge of hydropower’s potential to contribute to a clean energy future.
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) launched the HCC in 2022.
Find more STEM events and deadlines on the DOE STEM calendar.