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Explore the fascinating world of hydroelectricity with experts Nick Bryant and Christian Dennis. This lecture delves into the history of hydropower, tracing back to the ancient Mesopotamians who first harnessed water for energy. Discover the prevalent energy sources in America, predominantly fossil fuels, and their environmental effects, including CO2 emissions. Learn about the significant advantages of hydroelectricity, such as its sustainability, efficiency, and minimal environmental impact, while also engaging in a survey about public knowledge of this vital energy source.
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Lecture on hydroelectricity By. Nick Bryant and Christian Dennis
Who invented hydropower? • The ancient Mesopotamians were the first to use water as a power source. • Not like this but they used Water to do some chores and to make life easier
What energy source do most Americans use • Most Americans use petroleum of some type of oil or fossil fuel. • Fossil fuels produce Co2 when it is burnt off( Not good for the environment) • High levels of Co2 can make a nether hole in the ozone layer( not good)
What are the benefits of hydroelectricity • The benefits of hydroelectricity are….. • 1. Never runs out • 2. very effect • 3. Better for the environment • 4. it can increase profit made by the state
What does hydroelectricity mean • Hydroelectricity means…… • Hydro( water) • Electricity( the currant of electrons) • ( water causes the currant of electricity)
Take a survey take the survey on the web page 6 out of 20 people know little to nothing about hydroelectricity