Enhanced Frequency Response for Run-of-River Hydropower Plants
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFBATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE–DOE CNTRIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA

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Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction (237130)

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UTILITIES- ELECTRIC (S112)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bd198857d8e64f28826640f450903d0b/view
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    The Department of Energy is seeking collaboration with industry partners to license an innovative control policy aimed at enhancing frequency response for run-of-river hydropower plants (RoR HPPs). The objective is to integrate energy storage systems to improve the stability and operational efficiency of these plants, enabling them to provide grid support and facilitate the formation of microgrids. This technology is particularly significant as it addresses the need for improved grid management and resilience, especially for the thousands of RoR HPPs across the U.S. Interested companies can reach out to the Technology Deployment department at Idaho National Laboratory via email at td@inl.gov for further engagement regarding licensing opportunities.

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