Hydroelectric Energy: The Benefits
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A primary source of energy (7% of the power consumption in the US comes from this source) is hydroelectric energy. This energy is being created by utilizing the forces of falling or flowing water. This process is analogous to the process used in harnessing wind energy using wind turbines.
One of the major ways of utilizing hydroelectric energy is through dams. By damming up water flow behind a large concrete wall, it is possible to generate an enormous amount of potential energy. Once the water is released, it flows through a turbine and an electric current is created. This electric current can be used to power both businesses and homes.
This is a very simple and efficient way of creating energy. Furthermore, there are several advantages. First, it does not require using fossil fuels. Second, since water is a natural resource, this is method is environmentally friendly, and as a result, does not pollute our planet and also reduces green house gasses. And best of all, this energy comes is potentially unlimited amounts, since the water sources are constantly being regenerated through rainfall.
Other advantages of this energy are that water is also a generally an available resource in many countries and eliminates the cost of the fuel used for this power source. Once hydroelectric power plants are built on waterways they are relatively inexpensive to operate. As the technology continues to mature, it is likely that power resource will become even more efficient and widespread.
Regardless of the source of electricity, whether it is created using wind, water, oil or coal, the benefits we gain are endless. Currently, water provides the electricity needed for homes and businesses around the world. This electricity operates everything from house hold appliances to wireless devices and large production equipment. Hydroelectric energy can also be stored to be later used in a motor vehicle to reduce our dependence on fuel.
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I’m surprised that hydro power makes up only 7%. That seems really low.