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The application potential of hydro power

Jeffs, 1979

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11226284428316343467
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Jeffs E
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Energy

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Water is the only renewable energy source that has been exploited by man on a large scale and that has a well-developed technological base to support its continued exploitation. At present about 23% of the world's electricity supply is from hydro plants. Since all the new …
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