👉 A hydroelectric power plant is a type of power generation system that harnesses the kinetic energy of flowing water to generate electricity. This process involves capturing and storing the energy produced by the flow of water in rivers, lakes, or streams, and using this energy to produce electrical power. Hydroelectricity is a renewable source of power, meaning it can be replenished over time through natural processes such as rain, snowmelt, or evaporation from bodies of water.