EDUCATION (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Hydropower reservoirs often have multiple uses-providing drinking water, water for irrigation, flood and drought control, navigation services, as well as energy supply. Hydropower currently is the largest source of renewable energy in the electricity sector.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hydropower is a renewable source of energy. The energy generated through hydropower relies on the water cycle, which is driven by the sun, making it renewable. Hydropower is fueled by water, making it a clean source of energy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of renewable energy sources include wind power, solar power, bioenergy (organic matter burned as a fuel) and hydroelectric, including tidal energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Hydropower is not only a low cost source of renewable electricity, it is among the most cost effective energy sources across the board. And since hydro taps the self-renewing power of our waterways, electricity from hydro is not subject to unpredictable price swings in the markets for energy commodities.

Detailed explanation-5: -Hydropower is a renewable resource. The water that is used to power the turbines is not lost in the process. It can be reused over and over again to produce electricity. Also, water on the earth is continually replenished by rain and snow.