Global atlas for pumped hydro at mining sites

The scientists said the selected sites have a potential storage capacity of 30?TWh. Their analysis considered mining pits, pit lakes and tailings ponds within mining sites and located nearby reservoirs. Researchers at the Australian National University (ANU) have created a global atlas for potential pumped hydro storage sites located in former mining areas. "Mining sites can be shaped during the end stages of mining to form a pumped hydro reservoir," the scientists explained, noting that mining sites are often located close to the power network and water pumping infrastructure. "In some cases, ...

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