Boralex has been innovating in hydropower for more than 15 years.
Hydroelectric Power
One of the most common sources of renewable energy in the world, hydroelectric power involves harnessing water flows and using them to generate electricity. A hydropower station is a place where electricity is produced by water-driven turbines. The turbines power the generators, which turn mechanical energy into electrical energy through the motion of electrons.
The hydroelectric power stations operated by Boralex are run-of-river facilities. This means that they only use a portion of the water flow in the river. The Boralex hydropower stations are flexible, environmentally friendly and have with minimal impact on aquatic fauna and flora.
Key features of Boralex's approach to hydroelectric power:
- Boralex excels at redeveloping existing hydroelectric sites, operating them in compliance with environmental and community standards.
- Boralex stands out for its know-how in protecting and enhancing the value of the fish and plants in the rivers where its facilities are located.
- Boralex develops its sites in a spirit of respectful coordination with local communities.
- Boralex's hydroelectric power stations are run from a remote centre that is unique in the industry. Remote operation helps optimize power station performance while reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
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