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Small hydropower plants in Spain: A case study

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  • Alonso-Tristán, C.
  • González-Peña, D.
  • Díez-Mediavilla, M.
  • Rodríguez-Amigo, M.
  • García-Calderón, T.

Abstract

A small hydropower plant in Spain is studied from an energetic and economic perspective. The viability of the facility is examined using the freeware software RETScreen. Calculated and standard operational data are compared, thereby demonstrating the feasibility of the project from all points of view. The study highlights the growing interest in renewable energies.

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  • Alonso-Tristán, C. & González-Peña, D. & Díez-Mediavilla, M. & Rodríguez-Amigo, M. & García-Calderón, T., 2011. "Small hydropower plants in Spain: A case study," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 15(6), pages 2729-2735, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:rensus:v:15:y:2011:i:6:p:2729-2735
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