In this video Paul Andersen explains how energy can be harnessed was water moves through a turbine. Three types of systems are discussed in the video; run-of-the-water, impoundment, and tidal. Several advantages and disadvantages of dams...

In this video Paul Andersen discusses the technology, advantages and disadvantages of six sources of renewable energy; biomass, hydroelectric, solar, geothermal wind, and hydrogen. He also explains how changes in the storage and flow of...

In 2018, a single power plant produced more energy than the world's largest coal-powered and gas-powered plants combined. China's Three Gorges Dam relies on running water, and is capable of producing more energy than any other power...

Pupil outcome: I can identify the advantages and disadvantages of renewable sources of energy, and form an opinion about their relative merits. Key learning points: - Renewable sources of energy include solar, wind, wave and tidal...

Pupil outcome: I can identify the logical argument of an essay and I can identify an essay's linguistic features in a model. Key learning points: - Essays can either examine both sides of an issue in a balanced way, or they can argue...

A video entitled “Hydroelectric Dams” which investigates how hydroelectric dams affect the environment.

Fold mountains provide a challenge for humans in many ways. What are the uses of this terrain around the world? And how do these effect the environment of fold mountain ranges? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The impressive...

Explore the world of human-made bodies of water, from the canals that connect oceans and cities to harbors that shelter ships and facilitate trade. Learn how reservoirs help store and control water flow, providing crucial resources for...

Dr. Forrester discusses the importance of rivers on the development of cities, such as in Pittsburgh and Las Vegas.

Dr. Forrester identifies the forms of energy used to power electricity by examining solar power, wind power, and hydroelectric power. She also discusses the benefits of using alternative, renewable resources of energy by listing ways to...

Dr. Forrester talks about the many uses of water. She will talk about water treatment plants. Dr. Forrester will also brainstorm with your student how to conserve water.

This video discusses different methods of generating electricity and the energy transfers that take place in each of those methods. The processes covered include the generation of electricity from fossil fuels, from the energy stored in...

Renewable energy resources are being developed because we are running out of fossil fuels at an exponential rate. The wind is produced as a result of giant convection currents in the Earth's atmosphere, which are driven by heat energy...

This clip introduces the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Great Plains Region.

MOT 1936: CREATING ELECTRICITY: Dam water flowing near industrial buildings flatbed railcar moving mined material. INT Power Plant or Dam control room w/ guages. switches. Male closing circuit switch. HA Room w/ many turbine generators...

River Jordan, hydroelectric power plant, men erecting power cables.

Egypt and Sudan have denounced Ethiopia’s gigantic hydroelectric dam project as an existential threat.