
Hydroelectricity is a powerful form of renewable energy that relies on the natural flow of water to generate electricity.
When water moves—like in a river—it has kinetic energy.
By building dams, we can control this energy to produce electricity. The dam creates a reservoir, storing water until it’s needed. Then, when released, the water flows through turbines, spinning them to generate electricity.
One of hydroelectricity’s biggest strengths is its flexibility: operators can increase or decrease the flow to match electricity demands. Plus, it doesn’t rely on burning fossil fuels, so it’s a clean source of power that doesn’t produce harmful emissions. As long as we have flowing water, we have hydroelectricity—making it a sustainable and reliable energy source that plays a crucial role in reducing our environmental footprint.