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Snowy 2.0 is set to deliver 2,200 megawatts of fast-start energy and large-scale storage capability to the network, backed by world-leading engineering. At Lobs Hole in the Snowy Mountains, we're powering ahead with construction of the caverns and tunnels for this pumped hydro mega project. Check out the latest video update to learn more. #snowy2 #projectupdate #engineering #pumpedhydro #construction #tunnelling | Snowy Hydro

Celebrating 75 Years of the Snowy Scheme! 🎉 💥75 years ago today, the first blast in the Snowy Mountains at Adaminaby marked the official commencement of construction of the mighty Snowy Scheme. 🌏More than 100,000 men and women from over 30 nations came together to build this engineering marvel, turning water west for irrigation, producing clean, renewable energy and paving the way for multiculturalism in Australia. ⚡🌿 We stand on the shoulders of those who dreamed big. We’re proud to continu