Instead of relying on fossil fuels, the push is for “clean” energy sources like wind, solar, and hydropower.
Hydropower is considered the most reliable option as it flows steadily unlike wind and sunlight.
However, environmental groups are now advocating for the removal of dams that generate hydropower.
An activist in a video urges to “breach those dams” to save the fish population.
These activists are targeting four dams on the Snake River in Washington state, claiming that the dams are causing salmon extinction.
While dams did pose a threat to salmon in the past by blocking their migration routes, innovations like fish ladders and spillways now help most salmon pass through safely.
Despite scientific evidence supporting the conservation of dams, environmental groups continue to spread misinformation to raise funds.
Salmon populations have actually increased in recent years, debunking claims of extinction made by environmentalists in the past.
Politicians and activists are pushing for the removal of Snake River dams despite the significant amount of electricity they generate.
Replacing hydropower with wind and solar energy could disrupt the stability of the electrical grid, as hydro can be controlled based on demand.
Instead of focusing on dam removal, efforts to reduce the population of seals and sea lions could have a more positive impact on salmon recovery.
Environmentalists often prioritize dramatic actions like dam removal over practical solutions due to their appeal and fundraising potential.
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