AGL Hydro generates electricity to meet peak customer demand to help avoid power outages.
AGL Hydro’s ability to respond to rapid changes in customer demand is extremely valuable. Established from the breakup of the former State Electricity Commission of Victoria; AGL Hydro operates hydroelectric power stations in Victoria and NSW. Our three primary hydroelectric schemes are in the Kiewa, Dartmouth and Eildon catchments.
On a long-term average, AGL Hydro supplies approximately 1280 MWh pa , or about 2% of the electrical energy consumed in Victoria. While this is a small proportion of Victoria's electricity needs, AGL Hydro also provides crucial support to the electricity system in the event of peak demand periods or other generator outages.
Location
Each of AGL Hydro's generating schemes are located on different river catchments. Using different catchment areas gives operational flexibility so we can maintain our customer commitments at any given time. Control of all generating plants is from a central facility situated at AGL’s 699 Bourke Street office enabling a rapid response to changes in demand