noun
small hydropower; micro hydro; small-scale hydroelectric power generation
Technical and policy term for generating electricity using small-scale water flow, typically under 10,000 kW. Often contrasted with large-scale hydroelectric dams.
この地域では小水力発電の導入が進んでいる。
The introduction of small hydropower is progressing in this region.
小水
Small-scale hydroelectric power generation has a relatively low environmental impact.