Name: Economics of Hydro Power
SKU: 9788178357409
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Economics of Hydro Power

SKU: 9788178357409

Explore the hidden economic realities of hydropower with ‘Economics of Hydro Power’ by Bharat Jhunjhunwala. This insightful book challenges the conventional wisdom that run-of-river hydropower is purely green and renewable. Through meticulous assessment, it reveals that the long-term economic costs of hydropower projects often significantly outweigh their benefits. Discover how overestimated power demands by governmental bodies might lead us to irreversibly damage our rivers. Featuring surveys from Uttarakhand, this essential read for economists, policymakers, and environmentalists provides a critical look at hydropower’s true economic and environmental footprint. Understand the real cost before the next dam is built. A must-have for anyone interested in sustainable energy and environmental economics.

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