Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20AUTUMN EDITION ENGINE ROOM 15 Record low rainfall and a positive Indian Ocean dipole are both very rare events and, coupled with an extended fault in the Basslink interconnector, has resulted in a low energy supply situation in Tasmania. “This combination of very rare events has seen unprecedented power challenges for Tasmania and we are working with Hydro Tasmania to provide a safe and reliable network for all Tasmanians,” said EPSA’s Managing Director, Phil Canning. At the time of writing, Hydro Tasmania, TasNetworks and others across the state government are delivering a plan that will have up to 100 MW of temporary diesel generation available for operation. Sixteen Cat® generators, 22 kV transformers and ancillary equipment are installed in Georgetown. The first 15 MW base load power station has been deployed and a further 19 generators, transformers and ancillary equipment are in Port Latta. A second 15 MW base load power station was installed in March. The new custom solutions-built Cat generators are designed for fuel efficiency, performance and reliability and deliver value for money. William Adams, the local Cat dealer, will be providing Cat-trained technicians from Launceston and Burnie to assist EPSA in undertaking the required scheduled servicing maintenance activities. “This is another great example of our ability to respond immediately to deliver a tailored power solution in emergency situations, utilising the Cat partnership between EPSA and William Adams,”said Dale Elphinstone, Chairman, William Adams. “The ability to deliver, install and service Cat generators quickly and efficiently is a testament to our effective partnership.” ✜ EPSA SUPPLIES TEMPORARY POWER TO TASMANIA EPSA is currently working with Hydro Tasmania and the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) to safely connect temporary Cat® diesel generation to ensure the Tasmanian power network continues to operate safely and reliably.