Upstream Tech has announced the release of HydroForecast Short-term 3 (ST-3), the latest version of its water forecasting tool. HydroForecast ST-3 predicts streamflow for the next 0-10 days with high accuracy. The product is widely used by hydropower operators and water resource managers and the company said its precision, reliability, and clear data presentation are all enhanced in this new version.

Hydropower and other water-dependent sectors face increasing challenges from extreme weather and climate unpredictability. Accurate water forecasts are essential for these sectors to operate safely and efficiently. However, these forecasts depend on reliable meteorological data, which can be disrupted by power outages and technical issues, particularly during extreme weather.

HydroForecast ST-3 addresses these challenges by using a distributed machine learning model, which remains effective even when some input data is missing or delayed. This ensures that accurate forecasts are available during critical times, helping hydropower operators maintain safe operations and grid stability.

HydroForecast ST-3 offers several key benefits:

  • Enhanced Reliability: Designed to withstand individual input failures, ensuring continuous operation even during data disruptions.
  • Improved Accuracy: Utilizes advanced AI to deliver precise forecasts, integrating specialized regional weather data like NOAA’s High-Resolution Rapid Refresh.
  • Increased Frequency: Produces more frequent forecasts, aiding in better operational planning during extreme weather.
  • Better Interpretability: Provides detailed per-weather source forecast traces, enhancing usability.

Marshall Moutenot, CEO of Upstream Tech, stated: “We are trying to change the way organizations make water decisions by arming them with the best possible forecasts. ST-3 is the culmination of years of R&D conducted by our team and represents a step change in the kind of accuracy and resiliency we can offer to our customers.”

He added: “We are passionate about the energy transition and the role hydropower is playing in increasingly renewable energy grids. Arming our hydropower partners with information that will lead to safer operations in the face of extreme weather, flexible operations as our grid evolves, and optimal generation to improve revenue – those are huge wins that my team is exceedingly proud of.”