New zealand pumped hydro energy storage project

Is there a pumped hydro storage project in Central Otago?

This analysis will mostly focus on a pumped hydro storage project at Lake Onslow in Central Otago, but will also include the assessment of smaller potential pumped storage options in the North Island, as well as other alternative technologies.

Is there potential for pump hydro energy storage in New Zealand?

McQueen, D. (2019a) There is potential for pump hydro energy storage in New Zealand. EEA Conference & Exhibition 2019, 25 – 27 June, Auckland. McQueen, D. (2019b) Assessing Pump Hydro Energy Storage opportunities in New Zealand, Hyland McQueen Limited.

Will New Zealand build a pumped hydro system at Lake Onslow?

The government of New Zealand has confirmed that it will develop a detailed business case for a pumped hydro scheme at Lake Onslow, as it seeks to build “a resilient, affordable, secure and decarbonized energy system.”

Could a pumped hydroelectric facility be a viable option for New Zealand?

The New Zealand government will investigate the viability of establishing a pumped hydroelectric facility on the South Island. The project could provide up to 8.5 TWh of annual generation and storage capacity to support the nation’s transition to 100% renewable electricity generation. From pv magazine Australia

What is the NZ battery project?

The NZ Battery Project was set up in 2020 to explore possible renewable energy storage solutions for when our hydro lakes run low for long periods. A pumped hydro scheme at Lake Onslow was one of the options being explored. The Government stopped the Lake Onslow investigations in late 2023.

Will pumped hydro storage work at Lake Onslow?

A consortium of specialist firms has been awarded a major contract to advance the New Zealand Battery Project’s feasibility investigation into a pumped hydro storage scheme at Lake Onslow, the Minister of Energy and Resources Megan Woods has announced.