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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.

The path to becoming a landscape nature photographer is filled with unexpected turns and discoveries. This is true for Hydro Tasmania Software Engineer, Ben Alldridge. When he’s not coding vital improvements into Hydro Tasmania software, Ben is capturing Tasmania’s unique and iconic landscapes.

Generation Hydro recently visited Longford Primary School for some hands-on STEM learning! Our education program is all about igniting passion for STEM with Tasmania's young people. Check out the video from Longford Primary's day with 'Gen Hydro'!

You might have heard our dams are ‘spilling’ - so what does this mean? It’s a normal part of how our dams function.

How do you lift a piece of machinery that’s 180 metres underground and weighs more than a blue whale? It’s taken years of planning but the team working on the Gordon Power Station upgrades has done it.