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Give your opinion about whether hydroelectric plants are environment-friendly or not?

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  • Hydroelectric plants are advantageous in some respect while in some aspects it does create problems.
  • Hydroelectric power generation does not need burning of fuels. Therefore, there is no problem regarding combustion of fuels and release of toxic pollutants.
  • Electricity can be obtained as and when required if there is enough water in the reservoir.
  • Water is replenished every time when there is sufficient rainfall.
  • All the above facts give an impression that hydroelectric power generation is eco-friendly but it is not.
  • Many villages and settlements are submerged when a dam and reservoir is constructed. The displaced people are given re-settlement, but it causes lot of emotional trauma to people.
  • Biodiversity is affected as forest lands is submerged. The river flow is obstructed by the dam which affects the aquatic organisms residing in such water.
  • Due to excessive pressure of water on land, it is said that the region gets prone to earthquakes.


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