Energising a renewable energy career
Hydro Tasmania has long recognised the need to nurture the workforce of the future, especially women who are under-represented in energy. We’re proud to be the driving force behind Girls in Power.
Hydro Tasmania announce new CEO
Hydro Tasmania’s Chairman, Grant Every-Burns, is pleased to announce Ian Brooksbank has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer.
Integrated System Plan confirms Marinus Link should progress urgently
Hydro Tasmania has welcomed the 2022 Integrated System Plan confirming Marinus Link as “immediately actionable” and noting it should progress urgently. The 1500MW Marinus Link interconnector is a critical enabler of Battery of the Nation, Hydro Tasmania’s bold vision to maximise Tasmania’s hydropower capacity and add pumped hydro.
Marinus Link is key to unlocking Battery of the Nation
Tasmania’s rich hydropower history puts our state in a great place to support the rapidly changing electricity market. Our state can provide cost-effective, dispatchable, highly flexible renewable energy, backed by long duration hydropower storage capacity.
Hydro Tasmania steps up for working parents and caregivers
Hydro Tasmania continues to support the needs of its workforce by launching a new, more equitable and progressive parental leave policy, plus a digital, employee-first benefits platform.
Species considered extinct found alive and well at yingina
Accidental discoveries are a foundation of science. And Hydro Tasmania can now add a very tiny one to the list – tiny in size but not importance - after finding Beddomeia tumida at yingina / Great Lake – the first time the live snail has been recorded in the area since 1900.
Making a splash with the National Canoe Slalom Championships
Hydro Tasmania is proud to support the National Canoe Slalom Championships coming up at Bradys Lake this week, set to attract some of the nation's top athletes.
Vision for Tarraleah one step closer
Getting the most out of Hydro Tasmania’s existing hydropower assets is a key part of the Battery of the Nation initiative. Yesterday’s announcement of a Federal Government funding commitment of $65M for the Tarraleah hydropower scheme will bring the exciting vision for its future one step closer.
First Pinnacle Foundation Hydro Tasmania scholarship presented
Student Eloise Knucky has received the inaugural Hydro Tasmania Scholarship as part of our partnership with The Pinnacle Foundation, a national charity that provides opportunities, mentoring and scholarships to LGBTIQ+ students aged 18 to 26.
Eel deaths in Tamar River
Hydro Tasmania was made aware earlier this month about a number of dead eels washed up on the banks of the Tamar River. At this time of year the short-finned eels migrate downstream as part of their long journey to the Coral Coast off northern Australia to spawn.