Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology

About Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology:

• It uses kinetic energy of flowing water with practically zero potential head for generation of electrical energy unlike conventional units, which utilize potential energy of water through construction of suitable civil structures such as dam, diversion weir and barrages for creation of necessary 'Head'.
• Advantages
  • This technology supports the power sector in meeting the growing demand for base-load, round-the-clock renewable energy, especially in areas with poor grid accessibility.
  • Surface Hydrokinetic turbines are easy to install and cost-effective.
  • This technology provides a win-win situation both for renewable energy buyers and generators.
  • Adoption of SHKT technology shall mark a significant milestone in leveraging India’s extensive water infrastructure, including canals, hydropower tailrace channels, etc. for sustainable energy generation.
  • This technology has huge potential in GW scale with a lot of opportunities to harness renewable energy, leading to overall growth of the power sector.

Q1: What is kinetic energy?

Kinetic energy is a form of energy that an object or a particle has by reason of its motion. It is a property of a moving object or particle and depends not only on its motion but also on its mass.

News: CEA recognizes indigenously developed Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology under Hydro Category