Alqueva Dam, Hydroelectric dam in Moura, Portugal
The Alqueva Dam is a hydroelectric installation on the Guadiana River that generates electricity through flowing water. It created a large reservoir that serves both energy production and irrigation for the surrounding region.
Construction began in the 1990s and was completed in the early 2000s as part of efforts to modernize the region's energy and water systems. This infrastructure represented a major investment in Portuguese hydroelectric power.
The creation of this reservoir led to the relocation of Aldeia da Luz village to preserve its community and way of life. This massive change shaped how locals relate to the landscape and their identity within the transformed region.
The dam can be viewed from designated viewpoints around the reservoir, and there are walking paths in the area for exploration. Visit on clear days to best appreciate the scale of the structure and the surrounding water.
The reservoir includes floating solar panels that generate electricity alongside the hydroelectric system. This combination of water and solar power at the same location makes it a dual renewable energy facility.
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