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1. Run-of-river

Conventional hydroelectric power generation involves the storage of large volumes of water behind a dam. Run-of-river hydro power is used to describe hydroelectric power generation where there is little to no water storage.

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East River Installation, N. Y., USA - Courtesty of Verdant Power - www.verdentpower.com
Beochlich Hydr, Scotland - Courtesy of Triodos Bank - www.triodos.co.uk
SHP Transteni, Romania - Courtesy of Bogdan Popa - www.hidroelectrica.ro
SHP Bistrai, Romania - Courtesy of Bogdan Popa - www.hidroelectrica.ro
SHP Albestii, Romania - Courtesy of Bogdan Popa - www.hidroelectrica.ro
River E Hydro, Scotland - Courtest of RWE Npower - www.rwepi.com

1.1. History and Development

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1.2. Energy Source and Location

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1.3. Technology Types

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1.4. Lifecycle

1.4.1. Design and Planning

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1.4.2. Construction and Installation

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1.4.3. Operation and Management

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1.4.4. Decommissioning

1.5. Economical Factors

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1.6. Environmental Interactions

1.7. Future Potential

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1.8. Case Studies

1.9. Test Your Knowledge

1.9.1. Quiz

1.9.1.1. Quiz and answers

1.10. Further Information

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