lubuntu said:Units?
lubuntu said:I'm think that basically if didn't lose any energy the power generated by the water would be the graviational potential energy. So you know that and you know what was actually produced...
Dick said:Gravitational potential energy. You know, that mgh thing?
Dick said:It's good you understand it. Work out mgh. Work out power*time. Take a ratio. I don't think anyone is going to do it for you. Especially since you understand it. Do it!
A pumped-storage reservoir is a type of hydroelectric power plant that stores energy by pumping water from a lower reservoir to a higher reservoir during times of low energy demand. When there is a high demand for energy, the water is released from the higher reservoir to generate electricity by turning turbines and powering generators.
A 305 MW pumped-storage reservoir can produce up to 305 megawatts of electricity, which is enough to power approximately 200,000 homes.
Pumped-storage reservoirs have several benefits, including their ability to store energy for later use, their efficiency in converting energy, and their ability to provide a reliable source of energy during peak demand periods. They also have a longer lifespan compared to other forms of energy storage.
While pumped-storage reservoirs can have a minimal impact on the environment compared to other forms of energy production, they can still disrupt local ecosystems and habitats. The construction of the reservoir may also require the displacement of communities and the flooding of land.
Pumped-storage reservoirs can help balance the supply and demand of energy, making it more sustainable and reducing the need for fossil fuel-based energy sources. They also have a low carbon footprint and can help integrate renewable energy sources into the grid by providing a stable backup during periods of low production.