{"id":194404,"date":"2024-10-12T11:37:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-12T15:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/?p=194404"},"modified":"2024-10-08T15:57:27","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T19:57:27","slug":"hydroelectric-plant-wivenhoe-199-record","status":"publish","type":"noticias","link":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/en\/news\/hydroelectric-plant-wivenhoe-199-record\/","title":{"rendered":"Wivenhoe pumped storage hydroelectric power station breaks generation record in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Wivenhoe Pumped Hydro Station<\/strong> , operated by CleanCo Queensland, has achieved a record output in the third quarter of 2024, generating 199 GWh of electricity \u2013 more than five times its historical average. This record comes at a crucial time for Queensland\u2019s energy transition<\/a><\/strong> as it looks to achieve a clean energy<\/a><\/strong> future. <\/p>\n\n

About Wivenhoe Hydroelectric Power Station<\/h2>\n\n

With two powerful Francis turbines of 285 MW each, Wivenhoe acts as a giant rechargeable battery<\/strong> . During the day, the power plant stores surplus solar energy<\/a><\/strong> and releases it during peak demand hours, helping to stabilise electricity prices<\/a><\/strong> and ensure a reliable supply. <\/p>\n\n

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Wivenhoe has two powerful Francis turbines of 285 MW each. Source: CleanCo Queensland <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

This progress has been highlighted by Tom Metcalfe, CEO of CleanCo, who stressed the importance of continuing to invest in clean energy solutions. Metcalfe indicated that this feat not only supports the growth of renewable energy<\/a><\/strong> in Queensland, but also facilitates the decarbonisation<\/a><\/strong> of local businesses and communities. <\/p>\n\n

With this performance, Wivenhoe reaffirms its role as a key component in Australia\u2019s energy market, demonstrating the viability of pumped hydro<\/a><\/strong> in a net-zero future. Watch the video below to see just how important power generation is to the company. <\/p>\n\n

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