Hydropower
Hydropower is power that is derived from the kinetic energy in moving water. This energy can be harnessed to provide a range of services as well as electricity.
Hydroelectricity is a renewable energy source because it depends upon the hydrological cycle for rain to fall on high ground and collect in lakes and dams. The resulting potential energy is converted into kinetic energy when it flows through the turbines.
Wave Energy is a renewable energy resource which derives from the wind and there are a number of collector devices which capture the energy in these waves and use it to generate electricity.
The energy of moving water can be captured for a variety of purposes such as watermills.
Micro-hydro power in the UK
Hydro Electric Power Plant
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