Hydropower uses the power of moving water to generate electricity. It is currently the world’s largest source of renewable energy, contributing towards nearly 20% of global electricity. WHY IS IT RENEWABLE? Water is constantly moving in a cycle known as the Water Cycle. Evaporation (water turned into vapour) and condensation
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The advantages of hydropower over solar power in Africa
There is definitely an energy crisis in Africa that needs to be faced. Solar power, the use of the sun’s energy to generate electricity, often grabs the headlines. Yet there are significant drawbacks to using solar power, particularly in Africa. Hydropower is the use of moving water to generate electricity
Key facts about the GERD – the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam
Hydropower uses moving water to generate electricity. In Ethiopia, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is currently being constructed. It is expected to reach a height of 145 metres high, which is nearly one-and-a-half times the height of Victoria Falls! There are some clear advantages to building the GERD, yet
Renewable energy in Cape Verde – a model for us all
In recent years, there has been a clear move to renewables. This is because they are often cheaper and cleaner than other sources of energy. Cape Verde, a republic consisting of a group of islands off Africa’s northwest coast, has recently set itself a brave renewable energy target. The republic
The advantages and disadvantages of hydropower
Hydropower uses the power of moving water to generate electricity and currently contributes towards 20% of global electricity. It is a great renewable energy source and its use has many benefits. Africa is rich in rivers and lakes. The continent has great potential to rely on hydropower. There are also
The current state of hydropower in Africa
Hydropower uses moving water to generate electricity. As a continent rich in lakes and rivers, Africa has great hydropower potential. Tapping into this potential could lead to great developments. Using this renewable source of energy would mean cleaner and cheaper energy for the continent. There are some signs that certain