River Management Society

Registration open for Hydropower Insights: Exploring Projects, Energy Markets, and Licensing Trends

March - April 2024 webinar series

Building on the foundation laid by the Hydropower Licensing 101 Toolkit (published in 2023 by the River Management Society, National Park Service and Hydropower Reform Coalition), this four-part series is designed to address the gaps in available resources for hydropower practitioners seeking an understanding of various aspects of hydropower projects and the licensing process.

Nominations for 2024 RMS Awards due March 1, 2024

Learn more about each award category below and nominate a deserving colleague by March 1, 2024. With questions, please reach out to the RMS Awards committee by emailing Board Secretary Helen Clough at hcloughak [at] gmail.com. Learn more and nominate on the RMS Awards web page.

Registration open: 2024 River Careers Series

Dive into the dynamic world of river-related careers in our free four-part discussion series! Whether you're passionate about conservation, interested in environmental science, or eager to work in recreation, this series will introduce you to opportunities along our waterways and provide you with tips for success in these fields.

Let’s Hear it for our New RMS Northwest Chapter Officers!!

It is with pride and pleasure that RMS welcomes a stellar slate of individuals who have been elected to serve the Northwest Chapter by its members. Please make an effort to meet and get to know them for their talent, varied work experience, passion for the wise management of our rivers.

Hydropower Projects Accessibility Resource - 2024

Seeking experience and examples for a Hydro Project Accessibility Resource

Tell us your stories via this form by January 5, 2024!

In a continuing effort to collect resources that serve hydropower practitioners, the River Management Society, with support from the National Park Service, seeks examples of accessibility improvements that have been planned or built at hydropower projects. By 'accessibility,' we are referring to physical amenities and their consideration and accommodation for people with disabilities when parking, viewing, walking, picnicking, or paddling.

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