Hydropower is a form of renewable energy that uses the water stored in dams, as well as flowing in rivers to create electricity in hydropower plants.
Interesting Facts
- Over 150 years ago it revolutionised electricity generation in the UK and it is still one of the most inexpensive ways to generate power, playing an important role in our electricity system stability.
- Hydropower is a flexible technology, proven, improved and refined over many years, yet its site-specific features make it highly innovatory in application.
- Hydropower currently produces around 20% of the world’s electricity and 90% of the world’s renewable power.
- At present, 30% to 40% of the UK’s renewable generation is provided by hydropower, whilst globally, 17% of energy is supplied – and will continue to be supplied – from hydropower sources.
- Hydropower makes use of a wide range of available resource – large or small, storage or run-of-river, and including tidal range, canals and even water treatment works.
Our members
AREG has over 160 members active in a wide range of renewable energy sectors around the globe. Here are just a few but visit our Members page to find out the full list of businesses and organisations that are currently working in partnership.
Get in touch
The team at AREG is committed to ensuring that businesses in Aberdeen City and Shire capitalise on opportunities in renewable energy and that our members achieve success in this rapidly growing market. Please contact us with your news, views, concerns and successes so that we are well placed to deliver on your behalf.