Hydro-eKIDS compact, low-head hydroelectric power generating equipment contributing to solution of global warming problem

摘要

Nations throughout the world are making efforts to deal with the global warming problem, centering around carbon dioxide emissions. Among the measures available to reduce the greenhouse effect is the use of alternative renewable energy resources such as hydroelectric, solar, wind, and biomass power. In particular, hydroelectric power generation is superior to other energy resources from the standpoint of continuous, reliable power supply. However, the construction of large and medium-scale hydroelectric power stations is decreasing in order to minimize effects on the environment. On the other hand, small-scale hydroelectric power equipment has potential in many areas such as municipal water, agricultural water, industrial water, and river water. Toshiba has developed the Hydro-eKIDS{sub}(TM) hydroelectric power generating system, which reduces construction costs for small-scale hydroelectric power generation.