WHY HYDROPOWER MATTERS

OUR STANDARD

Assessing and certifying sustainability performance in the hydropower sector on a global scale.

POWERING PROGRESS

Unlocking the potential of hydropower to drive a sustainable shift towards a
low-carbon economy.


CONFIDENCE BUILDING

Inspiring public trust and investor confidence and opening doors to fresh funding avenues for hydropower initiatives.

THRIVING SYSTEMS

Fostering vibrant ecosystems, prosperous communities, robust infrastructure, and effective governance.


ESG DISTINCTION

Hydropower projects showcasing their commitment to strict ESG standards, advancing the Paris Agreement's goals.

OUR GOVERNANCE

The Hydropower Sustainability Alliance is a multistakeholder standard-setting body that empowers all voices to make an impact. Our inclusive governance structure ensures that diverse perspectives and interests are represented, heard and considered.

  • Financial institutions embed the Standard in their funding models, safeguarding their investments and promoting the highest environmental and social standards

  • This collective brings together environmental and social advocates who shape the Standard and ensure that it is is transparent, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of local communities and the environment.

  • They implement the Standard to improve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability through certification.

  • Governments can integrate the Standard into policy and regulations to ensure a responsible and sustainable hydropower sector at the national level.

WHERE WE WORK

The Hydropower Sustainability Alliance has been working across the globe for over a decade, conducting capacity building programmes, trainings, as well as assessing hydropower projects.

Oceania

upcoming trainings