Abstract
This paper is a survey of power generation and installed capacity in Italy since the beginning of the century to date, with reference to the contribution and relative incidence of the various primary sources exploited. It includes a summary review of the evolution of the main characteristics of hydro plants designed for power generation and regulation, fossil-fired steam power stations, and nuclear power stations, with reference to the structure of the station and to the rating and main features of the generating units. Prospects are discussed and the foreseeable evolution of (a) generating plants in relation to the availability and competitiveness of the primary sources of energy; and (b) hydroelectric plants for power regulation.
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