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Hydropower
From CopperWiki
Hydro power systems convert potential energy stored in water held at height to kinetic energy (or the energy used in movement) to turn a turbine to produce electricity. Energy available in a body of water depends on the water’s flow rate and the height (or head) from which the water falls. These are divided into low head, medium head and high head, where the height drop is greater. Hydro power is mainly used in remote areas where there is plenty of natural water supply.
Mini-Micro Hydro Power Plants are those hydroelectric power installation units that generate less than 100kw of power.
