Definitions
Hydroelectricity
Electricity generated using moving or falling water
Large river
Consistent and large water flow for hydro electric power
Short rivers
Insufficient water flow for large scale hydroelectric power
Hydroelectricity can help to reduce this issue
climate change
This caribbean country gets most of its electricity from hydro power
Dominica
Dam
A structure built to hold back water for power generation
High rainfall
Ensures continuous water supply to dams.
High construction cost
Dams are expensive to build and maintain
Loss of forests for dam construction can lead to this
Deforestation
This Jamaican river is used for hydro power
Rio cobre
Sustainable development
Metting todays energy needs without damaging the environment or limiting future generations
Renewable resource
Water is naturally replenished through the water cycle
Seasonal Rainfall
Electricity generation becomes unreliable during dry seasons
Poorly planned dams may negatively affect this economic activity
Tourism/Agriculture/Fishing
Mona Dam is located here
Kingston Jamaica
renewable energy
A source of energy that can be naturally replaced
Steep relief
Allows water to fall with greater force increasing electricity output
Low reservoir levels reduce power output
Hydroelectric plants in the Caribbean are usually found in these areas
Mountainous/High rainfall areas