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Exploring Hydropower

Water Cycle
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Gravitational Energy

Harnessing Water Power

Worlds First Hydropower Plant

U.S. Electricity Production 2009

Data provided by US EIA Net Generation by Energy Source

Top Hydropower Producing States- 2009

Advantages

o Renewable Energy o Clean Energy Source o Domestic Energy Source o Generally Available As Needed o Provides Recreational Opportunities o Water Supply and Flood Control

Power Plant Efficiency

Coal vs. Hydro Kinetic Energy Conversion

35% 95%

o Fish Population o Quality and Flow of Water o Ecosystems of Rivers and Streams
Possible Environmental Impacts

Other Disadvantages

oDrought oImpact on Local Environment and Land Use oPreservation Concerns

World Energy Sources

Is it renewable?
Hydro-electric power is renewable. The Sun provides the water by evaporation from the sea, and will keep on doing so

The Sun evaporates water from the sea and lakes, which forms clouds and falls as rain in the mountains, keeping the dam supplied with water.

 Any question?