Q. Recently, the term “pumped-storage hydropower” is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?
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[A] Irrigation of terraced crop fields

[B] Lift irrigation of cereal crops

[C] Long duration energy storage

[D] Rainwater harvesting system

Answer: C
Notes:

Exp) Option c is the correct answer.

Option c is correct: The term “pumped-storage hydropower” relates to long-duration energy storage. It refers to a type of hydroelectric energy storage where two water reservoirs at different elevations are used to generate power. Water moves down from one reservoir to the other (discharge), passing through a turbine, and then requires power to be pumped back into the upper reservoir (recharge).

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/tata-power-to-start-work-on-two-pumped-hydro-projects-in-maharashtra-by-mid-2024-9046472/

https://indianexpress.com/article/business/after-coal-and-gas-govt-bolsters-hydro-capacity-to-meet-rising-peak-demand-9322704/

https://www.energy.gov/eere/water/pumped-storage-hydropower


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