In the News: Can hydro survive climate change?

Throughout the Northwest, hydropower provides essential power that supports grid resilience and reliability during extreme weather events – from cold snaps to heat waves. But with climate change increasing the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, it poses several questions: What does the role of hydropower look like in the future? How will it change? And can hydro survive?  BPA meteorologist Erik Pytlak discusses these relevant questions in the latest episode of Northwest River Partner's Dam! podcast. 

The episode provides a unique look into the world of hydrology and meteorology, exploring topics such as the accuracy of weather forecasts, patterns between extreme weather events and how dams may play a role in mitigating the effects of climate change. 

Listen to episode 29 "Can hydro survive climate change?" to hear more about how climate change is intersecting with hydropower in the Northwest.