The Institute performs a wide range of advanced research and development, including design and monitoring in the following spheres: Waterworks and hydropower equipment, construction structures, materials and process safety; Innovative technologies, renewable sources of energy, energy efficiency and energy saving, environment and water medium protection; Hydraulic research, diagnostic equipment, standardization and certification; The Institute is a unique authority in scientific research and design in the sphere of renewable sources of energy, including tidal power plants, low pressure mini HPPs, wave power plants, and wind power generation equipment.