Canada's hydropower is facing a major challenge! 🌊 With extreme weather swinging between droughts and floods, hydroelectric production is plummeting. Climate change is making waves, and it's not the good kind. 😬
As one of the world's leaders in hydroelectricity, Canada has always been a powerhouse. But now, it's been forced to cut exports to the U.S., hitting the lowest levels in 14 years! 📉 For the first time in eight years, Canada had to import energy from the U.S. for three months straight earlier this year. Talk about a plot twist! 😮
And it's not just Canada. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that 2023 marked a record decline in global hydropower generation. Other major producers like China, Turkey, and the U.S. are also feeling the heat. Or should we say, the drought? 🌵
The IEA tied these declines to \"severe and prolonged drought\" in major producing regions. It's a wake-up call for all of us. Climate change isn't just a future problem; it's affecting us now, shaking up energy sources we thought were rock solid. 🌍⚠️
So, what's next for Canada's hydropower? Only time will tell, but it's clear that we need to adapt and find solutions to keep the lights on. 💡✨
Reference(s):
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