Why nowadays hydroelectricity is preferred over thermal power?

Answer:

There are multiple reasons behind hydroelectricity being preferred over thermal power:

• It is a clean source of energy.
• It is a renewable source of energy.
• It helps in fighting climate change without negatively impacting development of a nation.
• Among all the sources of energy, hydropower has one of the best conversion efficiencies.
• Hydropower is a price competitive technology.P