Pumped storage hydropower a key focus in Australia’s energy transition

Energy leaders gathered in Sydney and Brisbane to accelerate the role of pumped storage hydropower in a reliable, secure, low-carbon grid. At Pumped Storage: Powering Australia’s Energy Future—a series of high-level discussions co-hosted by GHD and the International Hydropower Association (IHA)—policymakers, industry leaders, and investors came together to address the next steps in scaling up pumped hydro. These discussions marked a significant step in ensuring that Australia meets its net-zero commitments with a resilient and secure energy system.  

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