AGL Investigates Pumped Hydro Projects in Upper Hunter Region
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
Energy company AGL is investigating a proposed pumped hydro energy storage project at Glenbawn Dam, located near Scone. AGL acquired the development rights for this Glenbawn proposal, along with a second project at Glennies Creek near Singleton, from Upper Hunter Hydro. The Glenbawn scheme, if pursued, aims for approximately 800 megawatts of generation capacity and up to 10 hours of energy storage.
From 2nm.com.au
Why it matters
The projects represent a major potential addition to AGL's renewable energy pipeline by adding long-duration storage capacity. AGL is currently in the investigation and planning phase for these schemes.
From 2nm.com.au
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