NWHA Members, please ensure you log in to access exclusive registration rates reserved for our members.
If you're one of the 13 forum members, please register at the Operators Forum Member Registration Rate.
Forum members include:
PacifiCorp, Chelan County PUD, Grant County PUD, US Army Corp of Engineers, Idaho Power Company, Puget Sound Energy, Eugene Water & Electric Board, Bonneville Power Administration, Portland General Electric, Seattle City Light, Tacoma Power, and Avista
April 30-May 1, 2024
BEST WESTERN PLUS HOOD RIVER INN, HOOD RIVER, OR
NWHA invites members, project owners, and guests to join us at the Technical Workshop and NW Hydro Operators Forum on April 30th and May 1st. This event is tailored towards project owners, technical experts, plant operation staff, O&M managers, and engineers in the hydropower industry. The event features case studies, deep dives, the latest updates in technology, and networking opportunities curated by the NW Hydro Operators Forum members and the NWHA Technical Committee.
NW Hydro Operators Forum
April 30th is the NW Hydro Operators Forum open to any member working at a utility. This is a half-day workshop for owners reviewing shared challenges, near-misses, brainstorming on how to modernize the hydropower fleet, and best practices for O&M. The workshop will be in the morning followed by breakout sessions in the afternoon or a tour of Bonneville Locks and Dam. The breakout sessions include Dam Safety, Machine Condition Monitoring, and Asset Manager.
Technical Workshop
April 30th will feature a tour of Bonneville Locks and Dam (Sold Out) in the afternoon as well as a networking dinner to talk with colleagues about your projects, shared issues, and find resources for your organization through conversations with fellow attendees.
May 1st will feature the Technical Workshop which is a full day of case studies, presentations, and panel discussions. More details on the content can be found under the Agenda tab.
Hotel Reservations
https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.38121.html?groupId=2Y8VV7X6
We wanted to provide you with a quick update regarding accommodations for our upcoming event. Our room block at Best Western Inn is now fully booked.
If you still require accommodations, you have the option to book at the prevailing hotel rate or consider staying at the nearby Hampton Inn, which offers convenient lodging options.
We look forward to welcoming you to the NW Hydro Operators Forum and Technical Workshop, where collaboration, innovation, and industry insights converge. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out.
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