Learn about Waterpower

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Ontario's Waterpower industry has been producing renewable energy for more than 150 years
Waterpower was originaly used by mills, where waterwheels turned their equipment
Until about 50 years ago, waterpower produced all the province's electricity
Waterpower aided in the growth of Ontario and today provides approximately 26% of Ontario's energy
Approximately 200 waterpower facilities are currently generating power in Ontario