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Hydro dam proposed by Network Tasman
August 18, 2008: Network Tasman plans to build a hydro dam on the Matakitaki River near Murchison, as well as solar generation and wind power to make the region's supply more secure and provide for growth. Contruction of the scheme will cost approx $100 million.
Network Tasman supplies electricity to about 35,000 households at present through retailers such as Contact Energy, Meridian and TrustPower. The proposed hydro scheme will generate up to 30 MW. A further 20 MW will come from each of the solar and wind initiatives. Construction on the hydro scheme may start within the next three to five years.
Source: Stuff.co.nz