Issues associated with the global supply of hydroelectricity Flashcards
1
Q
overall consumption has done what since 1987-2012
A
increased by just under 400 million tonnes
2
Q
largest consumer
A
Europe and Eurasia
3
Q
smallest consumption
A
Africa and Middle East
4
Q
Physical factors affecting HEP production
A
- climate
- precipitation levels
- large rivers
5
Q
Political factors affecting HEP production
A
- flow through other countries
- civil wars
- political instability
6
Q
Economic factor affecting HEP production
A
-money for infrastructure
