Issue

As a renewable energy source, hydropower generation does not lead to long-term resource depletion or pollution.  The efficient design, operation and management of hydropower schemes can result in stable long-term power generation and provide for the non-consumptive use of water, thereby allowing for the highly efficient use of a natural resource.  Available water resources can be used sub-optimally in the absence of inflow forecasting, or simulation models to assist generation and maintenance scheduling.