1. Exploring Hydroelectric & Tidal Power

2. What is Hydroelectric & Tidal Power Hydropower is the using of the force of moving water to generate electricity. Tidal is the use of ocean water current movement to generate electricity.

3. A Visual History of Human Harnessing Water Power

4. Top Hydropower Producing States 1.Washington 89,464 2.Oregon 39,410 3.California 26,837 4.New York 24,652 5.Montana 11,283 Other major hydropower producing states include Idaho, Tennessee, Arizona, Alabama, and South Dakota. They all produce over 5,000 Mwh annually. 2014 (thousand megawatt hours)

5. U.S. Electricity Production 2014 Data provided by US EIA Net Generation by Energy Source

6. Advantages  Renewable Energy  Clean Energy Source  Domestic Energy Source  Generally Available As Needed  Provides Recreational Opportunities  Water Supply and Flood Control

7. Coal vs. Hydro Kinetic Energy Conversion 35%95%

8. Possible Environmental Impacts  Fish Population  Quality and Flow of Water  Ecosystems of Rivers and Streams

9. Other Disadvantages  Drought  Impact on Local Environment and Land Use  Preservation Concerns