Vortex Power Plant (PA Technology)

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Name of technology example: Type
Vortex Power Plant
Vortex Power Plant.jpg
☐ Energy Efficiency
Renewable Energy
Alternative Methodology
Description This hydraulic power plant type uses a vertical water vortex from a larger creek or small river to generate electricity in a very simple way with only a little impact to the environment. It can be implemented about anywhere, and works also economically with low gradient in the stream. A positive side effect is the addition of oxygen to the water. The water flow is not interrupted, the turbine type allows fish and other water life to pass unharmed in both directions up- and downstream. Due to its simplicity, it can be built in many places from local sources. The efficiency is still acceptable compared to high performance turbines. It can handle a wide range of water flow variations easily, which is another advantage compared to the conventional technologies. This technology is new, but being already in operation in several power plants. It has proven its functionality and its economy.
Technology for the Application of
☐ Solar ☐ Biomass ☐ Biofuel
☐ Biogas ☐ Wind ☐ Geo-Thermal
Hydro ☐ Energy Efficiency
☐ Other: /
Primarily Relevant for the following Agricultural Value Chain Steps
☐ Mechanization ☐ Efficiency of Operation ☐ Processing
☐ Transportation ☐ Controlled Atmosphere ☐ Controlled Temperature
☐ Mechanical Sorting ☐ Preservation
Other: All value chain steps with electrical power demand
Primarily Relevant for the following Agricultural Value Chain Activities
☐ Grinding ☐ Hauling and conveying ☐ Sorting
☐ Seedbed Preparation ☐ Milling ☐ Tearing
☐ Planting ☐ Washing ☐ Mixing
☐ Pumping ☐ Heating ☐ Drying
☐ Irrigation ☐ Cooling ☐ Animal feeding
☐ Fertilizing ☐ Venting ☐ Animal health and Welfare
☐ Pest Management ☐ Lighting ☐ Packing and branding
☐ Cutting ☐ Sanitation
Other: All value chain activities with electrical power demand
Primarily Implemented in the following Commodity Groups
☐ Cereals ☐ Fruits and vegetables ☐ Nuts and berries
☐ Forage ☐ Dairy products ☐ Meat products
☐ Oil Seeds Roots and Tubers Eggs
☐ Pulses Fiber Crops Forestry
☐ Sugars Stimulants Spices
Other: All commodity groups with electrical power demand
Region & Country of
Development
Region

☐ Africa
☐ South Asia
☐ East Asia & The Pacific
Europe & Central Asia - Austria
☐ Latin America & The Caribbean
☐ Middle East & North Africa
☐ North America
☐ N/A: /
Region & Country of
Current Deployment
Region

☐ Africa
☐ South Asia
☐ East Asia & The Pacific
Europe & Central Asia - Austria, Germany, Switzerland
☐ Latin America & The Caribbean
☐ Middle East & North Africa
☐ North America
☐ N/A: /
Region & Country of
Potential Deployment
Worldwide

Africa
South Asia
East Asia & The Pacific
Europe & Central Asia
Latin America & The Caribbean
Middle East & North Africa
North America
☐ N/A: /
Manufacturers http://www.zotloeterer.com/
Economics Very cost efficient and simple way to produce hydro electricity;
Technology Development Level Pilot projects and first implementation;
Required Maintenance Technical Level Low: Technology to be maintained through its life cycle requires less common tools and/or training is required for maintenance;
Required Infrastructure for Deployment Low: Technology can be developed with less common tools, low development level supporting technologies and moderately trained personnel;
Required Resources during manufacture Steel, concrete, electric components, medium level steel and electrical workshops;
Required Resources during operation None;
Deployment
Level
Only local availability;
Deployment Capability and Potential High: The technology can be widely deployed but resources or material supply and distribution chains are required;
Requirements for Deployment Education and training, establishing manufacturing and distribution structures; Matching creeks/rivers;
Relevance for Autonomy and Food Security n/a
Environment Impacts (emissions) Low: no direct emissions but indirect emissions;
Conformity with Bio- Cybernetic System Rules Yes;
Additional information / Comments No comments.
Internal Reference
Additional Links

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gravitation_water_vortex_power_plant

http://www.zotloeterer.com/willkommen/gravitations-wasser-wirbelkraftanlagen/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYoco8GjASI&hspart=ddc&hsimp=yhs-ecosia_03&vm=p

"Renewable Energy, Alternative Methodology" is not in the list (Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Alternative Methodology) of allowed values for the "PAT Type" property.