River turbines present a viable and sensible alternative to current energy production. Water energy is abundant and renewable –and it’s cleaner and more efficient than coal and natural gas. Rivers flow continuously in one direction, so energy production can be ongoing, delivering a constant and plen tiful supply of electricity.

Once submerged under water, the river turbine generates electricity simply from the natural flow of a river. Its installation requires no cranes or heavy machinery: it just has to be lifted and positioned in the river and anchored to the river bed and sides.

“By placing a turbine in that liquid you slow down the velocity of the fluid and convert it into mechanical energy. An electric generator and converter then changes it into electricity. Using this, you have a battery that can be charged 24 hours per day.”