The expanded hydro generation projects will have estimated incremental costs of less than 4 cents a kilowatt hour on average.
Facility operators will deploy innovative technologies such as high-efficiency, fish-friendly turbines, improved water intakes and advanced control systems, says Energy Secretary Steven Chu.
“One of the best opportunities we have to increase our supply of clean energy is by bringing our hydropower systems into the 21st Century,” he says.
“With
