Rivers are our nation's most precious resource. Once the backbone of our industrialization and commerce, today they are our lifeblood and so much more. They are used as highways to transport food and goods and supply drinking water to millions of people and wildlife. They supply the power for generating clean, natural, domestically produced hydroelectricity. Additionally, they are a source of enormous recreational interests, like fishing, boating and swimming.
The hydropower industry appreciates the importance of our rivers and the critical role it must play as stewards. To that end, the National Hydropower Association honors some of the nation's best stewards annually. NHA is proud to present the 2006 Outstanding Stewardship of America's Rivers Winners. They were selected by a judging committee comprised of industry and environmental experts for their outstanding work to preserve and enhance the environment. As you read on, you will notice a balance of stakeholders' concerns and the incorporation of innovative solutions for environmental challenges, while generating clean, renewable energy. We applaud their achievements.
These river stewards employ scientific methods and technical innovation to successfully balance energy and conservation efforts. Displayed in this report is a commitment to the environment and to sound resource management. These projects show that successful business operations and resource stewardship can go hand in hand.
Click on the rivers on the left side of the page to see the details of each project. Throughout, you will see that strong public involvement is key to the success of each project. These river stewards work closely with state and federal agencies, public interest groups, consultants and partners to develop sound, science-based solutions suitable to the wide array of river uses.
We are delighted to recognize their stewardship and include them in the 2006 Outstanding Stewards of American Rivers Awards Program.
Linda Church Ciocci
Executive Director
National Hydropower Association
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