Snowy 2.0 too expensive for Tomago aluminium smelter
New analysis reveals Snowy 2.0's power costs would exceed 28c/kWh, making it unaffordable for Tomago smelter that needs rates below 7c/kWh to remain viable.
New analysis reveals Snowy 2.0's power costs would exceed 28c/kWh, making it unaffordable for Tomago smelter that needs rates below 7c/kWh to remain viable.
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