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Horizontal axis wind turbine
This is the most common type of wind turbine, whereas the axis of rotation is
oriented horizontally.
Hydraulic fracturing
Hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, is a process that involves the fracture of
bedrock formations by pumping a fluid at high pressure into a well. The fractures in
the bedrock are held open by the proppant to extract oil or gas. It requires rigorous
safety regulations to prevent poisoning groundwater, polluting surface water,
impairing wildlife, and threatening ecosystems.
Hydroelectric power
Hydroelectric power is electricity that has been produced by flowing water.
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Impact assessment (climate change)
Impact assessments, particularly in climate change, identifies and evaluates the
monetary and non-monetary effects of climate change on people, communities,
economic activities, infrastructure, ecosystems, or valued natural resources.
IEA
The International Energy Agency is an intergovernmental organization established in
1974 originally with the purpose of ensuring the world's oil supply. It has evolved to
ensure reliable, affordable, and clean energy for all 29 member countries.
Incentives Demand-Side Management (DSM) program
assistance
This DSM program offers incentives to subsidize energy projects. It encourages
consumers to purchase energy-efficient equipment or to participate in programs
meant to reduce their energy usage. Some examples of the incentives given are
rebates, access to zero or low-interest loans, or direct installation of low-cost
equipment.
