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Hydropower, or hydroelectric power, is a renewable source of energy that generates power by using a dam or diversion structure to alter the natural flow of a river or other body of water.
Hydropower (from Ancient Greek ὑδρο -, "water"), also known as water power, is the use of falling or fast-running water to produce electricity or to power machines. This is achieved by converting the gravitational potential or kinetic energy of a water source to produce power. [1]
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Hydropower, or hydroelectric power, is one of the oldest and largest sources of renewable energy, which uses the natural flow of moving water to generate electricity. Hydropower currently accounts for 28.7% of total U.S. renewable electricity generation and about 6.2% of total U.S. electricity generation.
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Aug 24, 2023 · Hydropower is an unwavering partner that can help make sure the power grid is clean, reliable, and resilient. This National Hydropower Day, the Water Power Technologies Office highlights why hydropower is key to a dependable clean energy future.
