hydropower

American  

[hahy-druh-pou-er] / ˈhaɪ drəˌpaʊ ər /

noun

1. hydroelectric power. pow. power.

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hydropower British  

/ ˈhaɪdrəʊˌpaʊə /

noun

1. hydroelectric power

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Etymology

Origin of hydropower

First recorded in 1930–35; hydro- ¹ + power

Example Sentences

It is a big player in hydropower.

From Barron's

Thousands of kilometres of Balkan rivers have been damaged in recent years, a study published Wednesday found, as hydropower development, dams and sediment extraction drive a "steady erosion" of some of Europe's last pristine waterways.

From Barron's

But in recent years, the entire Balkan region has seen a boom in small hydropower plants, generously subsidised, as investors seek to exploit a reliable and renewable energy source.

From Barron's

Further investments on the horizon could help boost the economy, including expanding the Buksefjord power plant near Nuuk and building new hydropower plants.

From The Wall Street Journal

This snowmelt is a crucial source for the region's rivers and streams, supplying water for drinking, irrigation and hydropower.

From BBC