hydroelectric station
Water-driven power plant
A hydroelectric station is a facility that generates electricity from flowing water.
Dams or diversions channel water through turbines, converting the energy of moving water into electrical power.
Also called a hydroelectric plant or hydropower station: The hydroelectric station on the river provides power to three counties.
- turbine bladesRotating airfoils for power
- renewable energySelf-replenishing natural power
- green powerSustainably produced electricity
- reservoirLarge water storage basin
- dam constructionCreating river-blocking structures
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Fission-based electricity facility
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Electricity station burning fossil fuel
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