Sentences with phrase «hydroelectric power generation»

«It's not exactly ideal for hydroelectric power generation,» says Hörst.
«A balanced use of CRAs should focus on improving functional and ecological attributes of forested landscapes, e.g., habitat integrity (and thus biodiversity), carbon stocks, and water balance regulation, crucial for maintaining hydroelectric power generation in Brazil.»
Lactalis» Buffalo and Nampa facilities both utilize hydroelectric power generation as part of the company's effort to pursue non-fossil fuel - based energy sources and prevent carbon dioxide emissions.
In fact, the drought in the U.S. southeast this past year threatened to close nuclear plants in North Carolina and literally cut Georgia's hydroelectric power generation by half.
Hydroelectric power generation resources are spread unevenly across North America.
In addition to the loss of generation by SONGS, in - state hydroelectric power generation was lower through July of this year.
World hydroelectric power generation has risen steadily by an average 3 percent annually over the past four decades.
Qi Ye points out the lead China has in producing renewable energy and nuclear power, as well as hydroelectric power generation from enormous dams.
About... The city where Harry Houdini grew up is also known as the birthplace of hydroelectric power generation in the United States.
We descend to the vehicle and drive to the southern end of Lake Pukaki — artificially raised 30 metres for hydroelectric power generation.
«Options could include nuclear and hydroelectric power generation, as well as managing demand.»
Minerals, oil and gas development, hydroelectric power generation, and basic foodstuffs like rice and maize have a smaller role.
J&D find that water will be a relatively small contribution to overall energy production, since wave power is only practical near coastlines, and most areas suitable for hydroelectric power generation are already in use.
Dependence on such resources exposes the continent to the risks of reduction in agricultural production, municipal water supply for home use and sanitation services, industrial water use and hydroelectric power generation.
And there are few rivers remaining that can be dammed for hydroelectric power generation.
The decline in hydroelectric power generation may additionally reinforce competition and conflicts over fossil energy sources.
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