Renewable energy benefits: leveraging local capacity for small-scale hydropower

This latest edition of the IRENA Leveraging local capacity series explores the dynamic world of small-scale hydropower, offering insights into how this renewable energy source can be harnessed to spur economic growth and job creation, and enhance the well-being of communities. In the pursuit of a sustainable energy future, small-scale hydropower is emerging as a transformative force with the potential to revolutionise the energy landscape while strengthening local capacities and capabilities.