Decreasing rainfall threatens energy production in Brazilian hydroelectric plants.
The article examines how rainfall affects energy production in hydroelectric plants in Brazil. By studying data from the Sao Francisco river basin over 28 years, researchers found a connection between precipitation levels and power generation. The correlation was stronger in recent years when power production decreased. Factors like tributary flow and reservoir levels also influenced energy generation. Overall, the study shows that rainfall plays a significant role in the output of hydroelectric plants.