Using the Power of Water: Hydroelectric Power at CoreNova Renewable Energy

Using the Power of Water: Hydroelectric Power at CoreNova Renewable Energy

With the world paying more attention to finding sustainable energy solutions, hydroelectric power has become one of the best and environmentally friendly ways of producing electricity.

At CoreNova Renewable Energy, we also believe in the future of clean energy by using state of the art technology, and our hydroelectric solutions to power are mute testimonies to the fact that we believe in a green future.

We shall discuss the benefits of hydroelectric power, its mechanism, and why it is important in the mitigation of our carbon footprint in this blog post.

What is Hydroelectric Power?

Hydropower or hydroelectric power refers to the use of water movement energy to produce electro-power. The hydroelectric power generation that is most widespread entails the utilisation of dams whereby water that has been stored in a higher level is discharged and it flows through turbines to produce electricity.

 It is one of the most ancient and developed clean energy sources, and it still remains a part of the world energy complex.

• Green and Reliable Energy source

Compared to fossil fuel, hydroelectric energy source is renewable which implies that it does not affect the natural resources or pollute the air. Water is a natural and readily renewable resource and thus a sustainable method of producing electricity. Be it rivers, dams, tidal currents, water will keep on circulating in nature guaranteeing a constant and dependable source of energy.

•  Low Environmental Impact

Power production by means of hydroelectric power production is usually of low environmental impact as compared to other types of power production. Although at the start of the construction of a hydroelectric plant, there is an environmental footprint, upon operationalization of the plants, they have minimal emissions to the greenhouse gases. Hydropower reduces climate change by encouraging the generation of electricity using water instead of fossil fuels.

• Cost Effective and efficient

Hydroelectric power plants are also one of the most effective methods of electricity generation. They have the capability of converting more than 90 percent of the flowing water to electricity. In addition, after construction, they are cheap to operate, and they can produce power over decades. This is what makes hydropower cost effective in the long term, to the consumers and to the planet.

• Storage of energy and Flexibility

The advantage of hydropower is the ability to store energy. Pumped-storage hydro power plants have the ability to save surplus energy when the demand is low and then discharge it when the demand is high. This flexibility is especially useful in grid balancing especially with the increased popularity of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power, which offer on demand and constant electricity supply.

The Obligation of Corenova to Hydroelectric Power:

We are aware that at CoreNova Renewable Energy, renewable energy plays a very vital role in developing a sustainable world. Our business is in hydroelectric power systems development, operation and maintenance which means that our customers can enjoy the latest technology, the cheap cost of power and low environmental footprint.

Investments in hydroelectric power projects are also assisting in the curbing of overdependence on fossil fuels globally and also in the shift to a carbon-free future. It is the building of new hydro power stations or the optimization of the current ones, Corenova has the knowledge that will make each project as efficient, as possible, in terms of performance and its sustainability.

FAQ:

Q: What is the mechanism of hydroelectric power?

A: The hydroelectric energy is utilized by converting the power of flowing water into electricity. The water in the higher elevation is released using a dam and passes over turbines rotating to produce electricity. The force of the flowing water is turned into the mechanical energy which is subsequently transformed to electrical energy using a generator.

Q: Does hydroelectric power renew?

A: Yes, hydroelectric energy is regarded as a renewable source of energy. It utilizes water which is replenished naturally by the water cycle thus making it sustainable and long-term solution to energy.

Q: What are the environmental consequences of hydro Electricity?

A: Although the initial environmental impact of hydroelectric power plant may be observed as the construction process (disturbances of local ecosystems), its carbon footprint is normally low when in operation. Compared to the fossil fuels, the hydroelectric plants do not produce any greenhouse gases in the process of electricity production and, therefore, they are a better alternative source of energy.

Q: What is the limit of hydroelectric energy production?

A: The size and the ability of the hydroelectric plant determine the amount of energy that may be produced. Power plants of large scale have the capacity to generate a lot of electricity, which is even capable of powering whole cities. Even small-scale plants have the potential to serve local needs of energy.

Q: What are the benefits of hydroelectric energy as compared to other renewable sources of energy?

A: Hydroelectric power is efficient (considering as much as 90 per cent of water energy is transformed to electricity), reliable and flexible. It also offers storage of energy in form of pumped-storage systems that can be deployed to balance the grid demand. Also, hydropower is established, which has many decades of experience.