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Exploring Hydropower. Water Cycle. Gravitational Energy. Harnessing Water Power. World’s First Hydropower Plant. Top Hydropower Producing States. 2011 (thousand megawatt hours). Washington 79,877 California 38,822 Oregon 36,568 New York 22,760 Idaho 12,281
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Harnessing Water Power The NEED Project 2014
Top Hydropower Producing States 2011 (thousand megawatt hours) • Washington 79,877 • California 38,822 • Oregon 36,568 • New York 22,760 • Idaho 12,281 Other major hydropower producing states include Montana, Arizona, Alabama, and South Dakota. They all produce over 5,000 Mwh annually.
U.S. Electricity Production 2011 Data provided by US EIA Net Generation by Energy Source
Advantages • Renewable Energy • Clean Energy Source • Domestic Energy Source • Generally Available As Needed • Provides Recreational Opportunities • Water Supply and Flood Control
Possible Environmental Impacts • Fish Population • Quality and Flow of Water • Ecosystems of Rivers and Streams
Other Disadvantages • Drought • Impact on Local Environment and Land Use • Preservation Concerns
For More Information The NEED Project www.need.org info@need.org 1-800-875-5029 Energy Information Administration U.S. Department of Energy www.eia.gov The NEED Project 2014