170m chimneys come crashing down as power station demolition begins
The demolition of the Liddell Power Station in New South Wales has begun, marking the end of its 52 years of operation. The iconic 170-metre chimneys were brought down using explosives, signifying a transition towards a renewable energy hub on the site. AGL plans to repurpose the area for new energy projects, including a recently completed battery facility.
- ▪The Liddell Power Station was retired in 2023 after 52 years of operation.
- ▪Explosives were used to demolish the two 170-metre tall chimneys.
- ▪AGL is planning to develop a renewable energy hub at the site, including a 500-megawatt battery.
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Liddell Power Station demolition underway after 50 years of operationBy Amelia Bernasconi and Courtney YeandleABC Upper HunterTopic:Energy IndustryTue 26 May 2026 at 11:03amTue 26 May 2026 at 11:03amTue 26 May 2026 at 11:03amThe 170-metre chimneys at the Lidell power station come crashing down as the demolition of the plant begins. (ABC Newcastle: Ross McLaughlin)In short:The demolition of the Liddell Power Station in the NSW Hunter Valley is underway.Explosives were packed into the base of the two 170-metre tall chimneys to bring them down.What's next?AGL is progressing with plans for a renewable energy hub on the site, including the recently completed 500-megawatt Liddell Battery.abc.net.au/news/liddell-power-station-demolished-to-make-way-for-energy-hub/106699870Link copiedShareShare…
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