About IHA
The International Hydropower Association (IHA) addresses the role of hydropower in meeting the world’s growing water and energy needs as a clean, renewable and sustainable technology. With members active in more than 80 countries, IHA is a non-governmental, mutual association of organisations and individuals. Its membership is open to all those involved in hydropower.
The Association was founded as a not-for-profit organization in 1995, under the auspices of UNESCO, to promote and disseminate good practice and further knowledge about hydropower. Today IHA has a Central Office based in London and a Regional Office in South America; and is currently working to develop a number of Regional and National Offices worldwide. In addition, IHA currently has consultative and/or observer status with all United Nations agencies addressing water, energy and climate change.
IHA is also a founding partner of the International Renewable Energy Alliance, and is honoured to work alongside the world’s leading associations for bio, geothermal, solar and wind energies.
Mission
IHA aims to advance sustainable hydropower’s role in meeting the world’s water and energy needs by:
- Championing continuous improvement and sustainable practices;
- Building consensus through strong partnerships with other stakeholders;
- Driving initiatives to increase the contribution of renewables, especially hydropower;
If you would like to find out more, please visit the main IHA website.
To find out about joining the Association as a member, please click here.
Images:
1. Dr. Refaat Abdel-Malek, IHA President
2. Mr. Richard M. Taylor, IHA Executive Director