Hydroelectric power accounts for nearly 16% of the world's electric production. Electricity is produced by water falling through a turbine, either from a natural or artificial waterfall. Hydroelectric …
U.S. and China Finance Hydroelectric Projects in Pakistan
The U.S. And China have both committed to financing hydroelectric projects in Pakistan. Pakistan has been experiencing blackouts that last up to sixteen hours, disrupting businesses and industry …
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The Week in Water: Jul 7-13, 2012
The Week in Water brings you blue living ideas and news from around the web. Tara Oceans has just returned from their 632 day expedition around the world. They sampled the oceans in 153 different …
Brazil Approves Enormous Hydroelectric Dam in Heart of Amazon
Brazil has approved an environmental license for the construction of a huge hydroelectric dam in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, bringing criticism from environmentalists for potential damage to …
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Award-Winning HydroVolt Makes a Splash in Micro Hydro
In talking about renewable and sustainable energy sources, most people think about brand new technologies. In truth, many renewable technologies are improvements and updates of energy options that …
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Floating Waterwheel Could Revolutionize Micro Hydroelectric Power Generation
A new hydroelectric device, the Hydro Electric Barrel (HEB) could bring renewable power generation as close as the nearest flowing water, making micro hydro a reality for many who live near streams …