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Pumped-storage hydroelectricity

technology Maturity 9-11

We use water to save power.

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It uses two lakes. One lake is high up. We pump water up when we have extra power. We let it fall down to make more power. This helps us have light when we need it. Can you imagine a giant water battery?
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