| Type | Water-driven power source |
| Commerce impact | Trade facilitation • economic growth |
| Everyday impact | Power provision • jobs creation • food production |
| Place of origin | Global |
| Industries impacted | Milling • textiles • woodworking |
| Unique developments | Water resource management • hydraulic engineering • architectural aesthetics |
| Cultural significance | Artistic inspiration • community gathering spots |
| Societal significance | Primary source of power |
