Hydroelectric power

Hydroelectric power
  The use of flowing water to produce electrical energy.
  U.S. Dept. of Energy, Energy Information Administration's Energy Glossary
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  Electricity produced by falling water that turns a turbine generator. Also referred to as HYDRO.
  California Energy Comission. Dictionary of Energy Terms

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