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Hydropower Essentials

Ocean Ecosoft

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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Hydropower Essentials explores the multifaceted world of hydropower, a critical renewable energy source that balances sustainable development with environmental considerations. The book delves into the engineering aspects of dams and turbines and examines hydropower's role in the global energy landscape. While hydropower offers a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, the text emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of its environmental consequences, such as reservoir emissions, which can contribute to greenhouse gases, and the effects on aquatic ecosystems.

 
The book systematically progresses from the basic principles of hydropower, including the conversion of potential and kinetic energy, to a detailed examination of various hydropower technologies like pumped storage and run-of-river systems. It uniquely integrates environmental impact assessments with technological overviews, addressing controversies like community displacement and ecosystem alteration head-on.

 
By exploring emerging trends such as small-scale hydropower and advanced turbine designs, Hydropower Essentials provides a balanced view of hydropower's present and future, making it valuable for anyone interested in sustainable energy solutions.
Available since: 02/28/2025.
Print length: 86 pages.

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