#hydropower

#hydropower

Renewable energy sources generated 30% of global electricity in 2023 due to growth in wind and solar, with China leading in new installations. [ more ]

Hydropower's vulnerability to climate change is showcased in Ecuador and Colombia's power shortages, emphasizing the need for adaptation measures.

Droughts and floods intensified by climate change pose a significant threat to hydropower plants, disrupting energy production in countries reliant on this renewable source. [ more ]

Climate change is causing water shortages worldwide.

Competition over water resources can lead to conflict and wars. [ more ]

Hydropower faces vulnerability due to climate change, as seen in Ecuador and Colombia's recent power shortages.

Climate change exacerbates droughts and floods, impacting hydropower's water-dependent energy production and stressing energy systems. [ more ]

Hydropower generation in Western US reached a two-decade low in 2023.

Drought and extreme heat led to a decrease in hydropower production, exacerbating reliance on fossil fuels. [ more ]