A Beginner's Guide to Generating Electricity

Electricity is generated from other forms of energy such as solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, hydroelectric dams etc. These sources of energy are converted into electricity and this is the first step of the process in order to deliver electricity to consumers. Mostly the electricity is generated at power stations with the help of generators. There are other technologies used for generating electricity such as photovoltaic cells. Image Credits: flickr.com

In this guide you will find articles related to different sources, technologies and processes that are used to generate electricity. Articles related to the working of Hydroelectric power plant dams and thermal power plants can also be found here.

The Fiery Facts on Thermal Energy

Supplied by the Sun, fire and other sources, thermal energy is one of the most important types of energy available. It is necessary to sustain human life and can be used to produce...

Electricity From Sea Water - an Experiment

There are many possible renewable methods of generating electricity, but sea water is seldom considered a serious option. Here we’ll witness through an experimental set up how...

Electricity From Sea Water - an Experiment

There are many possible renewable methods of generating electricity, but sea water is seldom considered a serious option. Here we’ll witness through an experimental set up how this simple method...

How Is Voltage Produced?

What's the most basic way of generating electricity? How was voltage generated before all the complex ways of generating electricity were developed? Find out the answers in the article inside...

Factors Affecting the Location of Hydroelectric Power Plant Dams

The dam or water reservoir is a crucial part of the hydroelectric power plants. Water stored in the dams is used for generating electricity in hydroelectric power plants. This article discusses factors...

General Layout of a Thermal Power Plant

The coal which you use in your backyard for barbeque performs much more important functions such as generating electricity for us in thermal power plants. Learn about the layout of these plants in this...

How Efficient is Energy Conversion in a Thermal Power Plant ?

Electricity is a convenient form of energy. Thermal power plants convert the energy in coal to Electricity. Have you ever wondered how much is lost in the process of generating electricity? This article...

MARS System - Generating Electricity From Wind

All of us has seen massive air balloons being lifted in the air using lighter lifting gases such as helium. The same concept is now put to use in generating electricity from wind. Magenn...

How Is Voltage Produced?

What's the most basic way of generating electricity? How was voltage generated before all the complex ways of generating electricity were developed? Find out the answers...