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Nestled in the heart of Tasmania’s rugged wilderness stands one of our most iconic assets, the Gordon Dam. A symbol of our commitment to renewable energy for Tasmania, this double curvature arch dam is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

In January 2023 (with years of planning), a major refurbishment at Rowallan Power Station kicked off. Around 160 Hydro Tasmania employees and contractors have been working on the upgrades, including Site Manager, Scott Tatsi. Scott holds a huge sense of pride for this refurbishment, with the project being close to the final commissioning stage.


We’re thrilled to announce that Hydro Tasmania’s STEM education team was named a finalist for the Tasmanian Government’s 2024 STEM Communicator of the Year Award! This recognition highlights the incredible work of Sue and Gina who lead our Generation Hydro program.

Meet Kodi, our IT superstar who brings the best energy to Hydro HQ and beyond! Kodi started working with Hydro Tasmania as an external vendor, catching a glimpse into the wonder of our hydropower stations across Tassie. Fast forward a few years, Kodi has now ticked off visiting every one of our power stations, to complete his power station passport!

The next generation of scientists studying at the University of Tasmania’s IMAS will gain the benefit of real-world experience exploring to ocean using underwater robots, thanks to the donation of five remotely operated vehicles from Hydro Tasmania.

Across male dominated industries, Tasmania is facing a STEM skills shortage amongst women. Our Girls in Power program is for years 9 and 10 female students, to encourage and inspire young girls to take more STEM classes in year 11 and 12, and see what a career in STEM might look like.

In his final blog as CEO, Ian Brooksbank talks about what he's most proud of and why "it all boils down to people".

We keep a very close eye on the weather here at Hydro Tasmania. As Australia’s largest generator of renewable energy, rain = energy = profit. And because we return 90 per cent of our profits to the State Government, it also means better healthcare, housing, and education for Tasmanians.

When it comes to saving the endangered Maugean skate in Macquarie Harbour on Tasmania’s West Coast, understanding how river flows impact dissolved oxygen is a vital piece of the scientific puzzle. That’s why experts at Hydro Tasmania are working closely with experts at CSIRO to develop models of the catchments and harbour.