Technology Opinion request - What falls under Hydro Electric stations?

[meraj]

I need to do research on Hydro Electrical power stations in South Africa.

I am just confused whether I should just write about hydroelectric dams; or should I also include tidal power, wave power, and pumped-storage?

Just the opinion that I need :)

Thank you in advance!

 

[MATLABdude]

That's probably best decided in consultation with the teacher / professor who assigned the paper! I'm not sure what sort of tidal or wave power solutions Eskom has, but it looks like there's some hydroelectric generation on the Orange River:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_River#Orange_River_Project

 

[Mene]

it is important to have a clear understanding of the topic at hand before conducting research. In the case of hydroelectric power stations, it is important to note that they primarily utilize the power of water to generate electricity. This can be achieved through various methods such as building dams to store water and using it to power turbines, harnessing the energy of ocean tides, waves, and even using pumped-storage methods.

However, it is also important to consider the specific context of your research, in this case, South Africa. It would be beneficial to include information on the current state of hydroelectric power in the country, any relevant policies or regulations, and potential challenges or limitations.

In my opinion, it would be beneficial to include information on all forms of hydroelectric power, including tidal power, wave power, and pumped-storage, as they all play a significant role in the overall production of hydroelectricity. This will provide a comprehensive understanding of the technology and its potential in South Africa.

I hope this helps guide your research and provides a clear understanding of what falls under hydroelectric power stations. Best of luck with your research!