hydroelectric power plants

"Offers an in-depth look at the turbines used to generate hydroelectricity. It explains which locations are best for generating hydroelectricity and explores the cultural and environmental concerns raised by the building of dams. The focus is on hydroelectric plants, but this book also discusses pumped hydro storage, tidal power, and wave energy"--Amazon.

An exploration of wave and tidal energy and its technologies, covering how it works, positive and negative aspects of it, how it can be used, and more.

"A rapid river rushes by. But did you know this home for fish can help us keep the world going? Learn all about energy from water . . ."--Provided by publisher.

Presents an introduction to water power, in simple text with illustrations, including information on water power in history, hydroelectric damns, tidal power, steam power, and related topics.

Presents an introduction to water power, in simple text with illustrations, including information on water power in history, hydroelectric dams, tidal power, steam power, and related topics. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Presents an introduction to water power, in simple text with illustrations, including information on water power in history, hydroelectric dams, tidal power, steam power, and related topics. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Presents an introduction to water power, in simple text with illustrations, including information on water power in history, hydroelectric dams, tidal power, steam power, and related topics.

Photographs, illustrations, and text introduce readers to energy conservation and the power of water as an energy source.

Explores the history of hydro and wave energy, discussing the scientific concepts behind it, how it could serve to replace fossil fuels, and how it may be used in the future.

"This book details the history, current uses, and potential future applications of water power"--Provided by publisher.