Who we are

We are a coalition of more than 150 national, state and local conservation and recreation groups that care about rivers and work hard to protect them from harmful hydropower dams.

Why hydropower reform

When we use a river to generate electricity we harm the river, often badly. The good news is that we can keep our rivers healthy and keep the lights on by bringing hydropower projects up to modern standards.

Get involved

Are the rivers you care about being harmed by hydropower? You can help them to heal by getting involved when a dam owner seeks a new operating license. Our Hydro Licensing Guide will teach you how to get started and be effective.


Year of the River- 2011

Coalition member American Rivers declared 2011 "The Year of the River" due to some historic river restoration efforts happening around the country.

Watch the three part video series produced by American Rivers and American Whitewater with support from the Coalition.

 

Year of the River: Episode 1

Year of the River: Episode 2

Year of the River: Episode 3


Success Stories

Since its founding in 1992, Coalition members have successfully restored hundreds of river miles affected by hydropower dams. Our efforts together have resulted in many environmental and recreational improvements. Our accomplishments in six rivers are highlighted in these fact sheets.

Bear River, Idaho

Chelan River, Washington

Mokelumne River (North Fork), California

Hat Creek, Pit and Fall Rivers, California

North Fork Feather River, California

Skagit River, Washington