Hydropower Potential in the Periglacial Environment of Switzerland under Climate Change

Hydropower Potential in the Periglacial Environment of Switzerland under Climate Change

Hydropower is the most important domestic source of renewable energy in Switzerland. Many reservoirs are located in the periglacial environment of the Swiss Alps. Climate change and the changeover to a new energy system will challenge the existing infrastructure, but will also provide perspectives f...

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Main Authors: Daniel Ehrbar, Lukas Schmocker, David F. Vetsch, Robert M. Boes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Sustainability
Subjects:
climate change
evaluation matrix for new reservoirs
hydropower potential in Switzerland
periglacial environment
Swiss Energy Strategy 2050
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/10/8/2794

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