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How Hydropower Plants Work
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Hydropower plants produce about 24 percent of the world's electricity and supply more than 1 billion people with power. Find out how hydropower plants work.
10 Innovations in Hydropower
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People all over the world are working on turning this very ancient power source into an even more important modern one. And that means a lot more than dams.
Fallout: What Would Happen if the Hoover Dam Broke?
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The Hoover Dam holds back 10 trillion gallons of water. That's enough to cover the entire state of Connecticut. How much damage would be done if the dam broke?
Top 5 Alternative Power Systems
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Alternative energy isn't so "alternative" anymore. It's in the news, on political platforms, atop roofs and filling gas tanks, and the options have grown enough to change the conversation: It's not whether we want it, but which kind we want.
Why could China's Three Gorges Dam cause an environmental disaster?
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The Three Gorges Dam could very well lead to an environmental disaster for China. Learn about the Three Gorges Dam.
Top 5 Innovations in the Electric Power Industry
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Would you buy a home without functioning power outlets? We've come to depend on electric power for many of our day-to-day activities. What innovations have been made in the electric power industry? Keep reading to find out.
Stored Energy Methods (Other Than Rechargeable Batteries)
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One way to store energy is to use a battery, but what other ways can we store energy? Learn about different ways to store energy at HowStuffWorks.
What is clean coal technology?
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Clean coal reduces the harmful emissions caused by the burning of fossil fuels. Learn about the development of clean coal and the uses for clean coal technology.
How does a hydraulic ram pump work?
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When I was a kid, my Aunt had constantly flowing water from a natural spring down the hill. She said the water was pumped uphill using a hydraulic ram. This device ran constantly and didn't need any electricity! What is a hydraulic ram and how does it work?
Is there a way to get energy for free?
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You've likely schemed ways to get energy for free, especially with energy costs rising. Is there a good way to get energy for free, or is it hooey?