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Re: Hydro Electric Power As a Viable Alternative?

Re: Hydro Electric Power As a Viable Alternative?

Submitted by boblesch on Sat, 10/13/2007 - 08:39.

as a small grower in northern new mexico, i (and most of my neighbors) get to take advantage of one of the most reliable of energy sources - gravity. our irregation system of over 1000 acequias (remember roman aquaducts ?)  brings us water from high elevation snow melt. without getting into the particulars of our 300 year old system - i'll just say that many of us are looking for small generators we could use to power our farms and ranches by taking advantage of water flowing over short vertical drops in the system. it would translate into cleaner air, food and yes water as well as inspiration to keep people producing food locally. now the big question - are such hydro-generators available?

bob lesch 

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Hydro Electric Power As a Viable Alternative? By: Johnny (10 replies) Thu, 04/12/2007 - 10:07