[PDF] Developing Small Hydroelectric Dam Potential eBook

Author : Amos T. Kabo-Bah
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 41,49 MB
Release : 2018-01-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0128130172

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Sustainable Hydropower in West Africa: Planning, Operation, and Challenges provides a comprehensive overview of the planning, deployment and management of hydropower in West Africa and similar regions. The authors use a practical approach to analyze available technology, modeling methodologies and sustainability aspects, such as the dependence between climate and hydropower, and socio-economic and environmental impacts. They discuss the need for innovative solutions and how to close research gaps in the field for this region. Although more than 50% of West Africa’s hydropower potential is still untapped, re-engineering and maintenance of existing hydropower plants is a key issue and is discussed. Issues of productivity and optimization are also covered, as well as the introduction of new technology and integration of hydropower into existing energy systems—renewable energy systems, in particular. Policy and regulation are also examined, considering competing needs when managing water resources. The final chapter offers a summary of activities, strategies, policies and technology for easy reference and practical use. Due to its wide coverage and real life examples, this is a useful reference for engineering professionals in the field of hydropower, working in West Africa and regions with similar conditions. This book helps engineers make technology and location decisions for planning, deploying and operating hydropower plants. The book’s accessible language and international authorship also allows for easy use by energy researchers, analysts and policy makers who need information for the analysis, modeling, financing, implementation and regulation of hydropower in West Africa and related regions. Presents the most current issues related to hydropower deployment and management in West Africa and regions with similar conditions Discusses key challenges, focusing on practical aspects and methodologies Explores the technological, sustainability and economic aspects to be considered when deploying, operating and maintaining hydropower plants in West Africa and similar regions

Author : Arnold Johnson
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 14,85 MB
Release : 2016-06-27
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781332978403

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Excerpt from Small Hydroelectric Potential at Existing Hydraulic Structures in California This bulletin reports the results of a study of the feasibility of developing small hydroelectric power - generating facilities at California's existing hydraulic structures, such as dams, canals, and pipelines. By identifying potential sites for such development and evaluating their cost effectiveness, the Department of Water Resources hopes to encourage private, as well as public, entities to invest in the state's energy future. Although the Department only evaluated sites within the state, these hydraulic structures also typify those that commonly occur in other states. Because of this, the results of this study are freely transferrable nation wide, and the report's findings should be beneficial to any state that is concerned about its energy independence. In 1974, a departmental report, Hydroelectric Energy Potential in California (bulletin identified potential sites for hydroelectric facilities that had a generation potential of more than 25 million kilo watthours annually. The report inventoried hydroelectric developments that had been studied previously, but those which might warrant reevaluation in view of quadrupling oil prices. Most of the projects required the con struction of new dams and reservoirs or the enlargement of existing facilities. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.