TransGrid says underground power lines not a viable option for Snowy 2.0 grid connection, as NSW releases EIS for consultation.
Pumped Hydro
Genex needs more time to seal deal for Kidston pumped hydro project
Genex again seeks more time to lock in partners for Kidston pumped hydro project – but its not the only pumped hydro project to run into troubles.
Could pumped hydro come to the rescue of failing coal mines?
Media billionaire Kerry Stokes reportedly floats idea of repurposing Muja coal mine for a pumped hydro storage project – a solution to rehabilitation costs?
Kidston pumped hydro project gets $147m state government boost
Genex locks in a $147m funding commitment from the Queensland government to establish new network link to Kidston pumped hydro project.
Game-changing “virtual storage” deal struck between Macquarie, Shell and Hydro Tas
A “virtual storage” contract between Hydro Tasmania and two buyers – Macquarie Group and Shell-owned ERM Power – heralds the arrival of game-changing digital energy market tools.
New front in transmission war, as TransGrid flags Snowy 2.0 network upgrades
NSW ministers called on to prevent “wholesale destruction” of Kosciuszko National Park by Snowy 2.0 transmission line works.
Genex commences early works at flagship pumped hydro project
Genex starts early works at Kidston pumped hydro project in anticipation of final sign off by key project partners.
Genex buys more time to finalise flagship pumped hydro project
Genex board confident of landing final investment approvals for pumped hydro project after securing more time from key project partners.
Old Hunter Valley coal mine could be turned into big pumped hydro storage plant
An old underground coal mine near Newcastle could be converted into a 600MW pumped hydro storage facility.
Taylor’s UNGI may underwrite two state-owned hydro projects in Tasmania
Morrison’s investment in Marinus Link set to unlock investment in new hydro energy plants in Tasmania, as concerns raised about government interventions.