The Hydro Current
Energy news from Manitoba Hydro

The Hydro Current is our quarterly electronic newsletter for wholesale customers, regulators, legislators and other stakeholders who have an interest in or a relationship with Manitoba Hydro. Find the latest news of interest about our company and energy trends in the centre of our continent, from information about integrating renewable hydropower with wind and solar developments, updates on our latest generation or transmission projects, or policy developments that can affect utilities on both sides of the border. Contact us if you see something you like, don’t like, or want to see.

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Volume 5, Issue 3

Ensuring reliability despite zebra mussels

Ensuring reliability despite zebra mussels

September 6, 2023 in Volume 5, Issue 3

An aquatic scourge is moving its way through Manitoba’s lakes and rivers and into Manitoba Hydro’s generating stations. The scourge is zebra mussels — they’re here to stay.

Floating peat island tests our employee problem solving abilities

Floating peat island tests our employee problem solving abilities

September 6, 2023 in Volume 5, Issue 3

In mid-May, a large island of peat, approximately 3.7 acres in size, got stuck against the intake structure of Manitoba Hydro’s Keeyask Generating Station, putting the utility’s employee problem-solving skills to the test.

Great Falls Generating Station celebrates 100 years of reliable operation

Great Falls Generating Station celebrates 100 years of reliable operation

September 6, 2023 in Volume 5, Issue 3

Great Falls Generating Station is one of the most enduring examples of Manitoba Hydro’s promise to bring its customers Energy for Life.

How Manitoba Hydro used drones to save birds

How Manitoba Hydro used drones to save birds

September 6, 2023 in Volume 5, Issue 3

When you build tall structures, you’re going to be running afoul of fowl. That’s why this year — for the first time in its history — Manitoba Hydro used a drone and a robot to help keep birds safe.


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