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Collaboration Could Be a Win-Win for Cascading Hydropower

NLR Modeling Shows Coordinated Operation of Mid-Columbia Hydropower Plants Could Boost Efficiency Systemwide By Karen Petersen, NLR Collaboration is essential to any successful river expedition.

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NLR Modeling indicates that coordinated operation of the Mid‑Columbia cascade of hydropower plants could increase overall system efficiency. The analysis highlights that collaboration among the various dam operators, each pursuing distinct objectives, is essential to achieve these gains. The study suggests that a unified approach to managing water releases and generation schedules would improve performance across the entire river network.

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