The National Hydropower Association (NHA) is a professional organization that seeks to promote the development of Hydropower throughout America. NHA is "dedicated to preserving and expanding clean, reliable, affordable hydropower and marine energy" (hydro.org). This organization is responsible for putting on the Clean Currents conference, which is happening in Pittsburg, PA this year. The conference seeks to facilitate research in the field of hydropower as well as communication between owners, contractors, and regulators in the industry.