Hydroelectricity: The Future of Renewable Energy

Authors- Professor Dr.B. Raghunath Reddy, P.Lahari, S.Mohammad, S.M.Akram, Vikram

Abstract-Hydroelectricity is a renewable energy source that generates electricity by harnessing the power of moving or falling water. It is one of the most widely used forms of clean energy, contributing significantly to global electricity production. 1The process involves directing water through turbines, which drive generators to produce electricity. Hydropower plants can be classified into dam-based, run-of-the-river, pumped storage, and tidal systems.Hydroelectric power offers numerous advantages, including sustainability, low greenhouse gas emissions, reliability, and energy storage capabilities. However, it also poses challenges such as high initial costs, environmental disruption, displacement of communities, and dependency on water availability. Despite these challenges, hydroelectricity remains a crucial part of the renewable energy mix, with ongoing advancements aimed at minimizing its ecological impact. As countries seek sustainable energy solutions, hydropower continues to play a key role in meeting global energy demands.

DOI: /10.61463/ijset.vol.13.issue1.178