Question

Iceland is a country that generates nearly all of its electricity from
renewable sources. In 2013, about 80% of Iceland's electricity was
generated using hydroelectric power stations (HEP). What is HEP? Briefly
describe its working.​

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Explanation:

About 85% of the total primary energy supply in Iceland is derived from domestically produced renewable energy sources. Geothermal energy provided about 65% of primary energy in 2016, the share of hydropower was 20%, and the share of fossil fuels (mainly oil products for the transport sector) was 15%.[1]

The Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Station

In 2015, the total electricity consumption in Iceland was 18,798 GWh. Renewable energy provided almost 100% of production, with about 73% coming from hydropower and 27% from geothermal power.[1] Most of the hydropower plants are owned by Landsvirkjun (the National Power Company) which is the main supplier of electricity in Iceland.[2]