Hydropower Collection

Science. Energy. Hydroelectric station in Lyon. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France
3434906 Science. Energy. Hydroelectric station in Lyon. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Sciences)

Lake Benmore Hydro-Electric Power Station, Waitaki Valley, New Zealand

Grenoble 1925 Exposition Internationale de la Houille blanche et du Tourisme (International Exhibition of Hydropower and Tourism) - The Grand Entrance Gateway. Date: 1925

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Lacul Vidraru with dam, barrage in the Fagars Mountains, part of the Carpathian Mountains. Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

Fontana Dam, power to win, 1945 (poster)
1977298 Fontana Dam, power to win, 1945 (poster) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: WW2: Fontana Dam, Power to Win, Dam built by the Tennessee Valley Authority, 1945)

The Sovereigns Visit To The Largest Hydroelectric Plant In Europe, In Vizzola-Ticino (colour litho)
2798480 The Sovereigns Visit To The Largest Hydroelectric Plant In Europe, In Vizzola-Ticino (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Old Water Mill, North Devon (oil on canvas)
3822377 Old Water Mill, North Devon (oil on canvas) by Lee, Frederick Richard (1798-1879); 134x194.5 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English

Hindu Kush Hydro Power Plant (hand-coloured photo)
1580104 Hindu Kush Hydro Power Plant (hand-coloured photo) by Prokudin Gorskii, Sergei Mikhailovich (1863-1944); (add.info)

Mill Stream, 1876 (oil on canvas)
3822367 Mill Stream, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Jackson, Frederick Hamilton (1848-1923); 24.5x34.5 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English

Marble Mills in the Eastern Alps (engraving)
2773891 Marble Mills in the Eastern Alps (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marble Mills in the Eastern Alps)

The Water Mill (oil on canvas)
3822334 The Water Mill (oil on canvas) by Hobbema, Meindert (1638-1709); 64x76 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; Dutch, out of copyright

The ancient medieval dam at the small hydroelectric plant
In the municipality of Pitigliano (in the province of Grosseto, central Italy) there is an ancient medieval dam serving a mill, now used for the small hydroelectric plant

Watermill and waterfall; Spain

Hydraulic Ram, 19Th Century. From Cyclopaedia Of Useful Arts And Manufactures By Charles Tomlinson

Inguri Hydroelectric Dam; Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Georgia

Hafragilsfoss waterfall, Iceland, Europe

GoAzA'afoss waterfall, Godafoss, Iceland, Europe

Hiker in front of the Dynjandi waterfall, Fjallfoss, West Fjords, Iceland, Europe

One of the dams of the Karahnjukar hydroelectric power plant project, Eastern Highlands, Iceland

One of the dams of the Karahnjukar hydropower plant project with Halslon water reservoir, Eastern Highlands, Iceland

Sayano-Shushenskaya hydro dam
Hydroelectric dam. Spillway of the Sayano-Shushenskaya hydroelectric dam. This is the largest power plant in Russia and the sixth largest hydropower plant in the world

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"Harnessing the Power of Water: A Glimpse into Hydropower at Grenoble 1925 Exposition Internationale" In the vibrant city of Grenoble, France, a groundbreaking event took place in 1925 - the Exposition Internationale. Amidst the grandeur and innovation showcased, one theme stood out prominently - hydropower. This captivating exhibition shed light on the immense potential of harnessing water's force to generate electricity. Amongst the remarkable displays was an awe-inspiring lithograph capturing a lightning tragedy, symbolizing both nature's power and humanity's quest for energy. Another striking image depicted Fontana Dam with its bold proclamation "power to win, " showcasing how hydropower played a vital role during World War II. The exposition also commemorated The Sovereigns' visit to Europe's largest hydroelectric plant in Vizzola-Ticino through a vivid color lithograph. This artwork celebrated not only technological advancements but also highlighted how leaders recognized the importance of sustainable energy sources. Transporting us back in time, an oil painting titled "Old Water Mill, North Devon" evoked nostalgia for traditional methods of utilizing water as a source of power. It served as a reminder that even before modern technology emerged, humans had been tapping into this renewable resource for centuries. A hand-colored photograph captured another marvel - Hindu Kush Hydro Power Plant. Its presence emphasized how hydropower transcends borders and cultures; it is truly a global endeavor towards cleaner energy solutions. Lastly, we are transported to 1876 through an oil painting entitled "Mill Stream. " Here we witness serene beauty intertwined with practicality as water cascades down mill wheels – illustrating how small-scale hydro systems have long sustained communities around the world. Grenoble 1925 Exposition Internationale provided visitors with profound insights into hydropower’s significance throughout history and its boundless potential for our future.