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Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - near Taupo North Island New Zealand. Operated by Contact Energy this was the first geothermal plant to use very hot water as the source of the steam used to drive the turbines
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Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - near Taupo North Island New Zealand. Operated by Contact Energy this was the first geothermal plant to use very hot water as the source of the steam used to drive the turbines
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Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - near Taupo
North Island New Zealand.
Operated by Contact Energy this was the first geothermal plant to use very hot water as the source of the steam used to drive the turbines. it produces more than 4% of NZ's electricity production - enough to supply the towns of Taupo, Rotorua, Napier and Hamilton.
Mark Boulton
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Unleashing the Power of Mother Earth - Wairakei Geothermal Station Lights Up New Zealand!
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. In this photo print, Mark Boulton captures the awe-inspiring marvel that is the Wairakei Geothermal Power Station. Nestled near Taupo in the North Island of New Zealand, this groundbreaking facility harnesses the raw power of nature to generate electricity for an entire region. As you gaze upon this image, prepare to be amazed by the sheer magnitude of human ingenuity and our harmonious partnership with Earth's elements. The expansion loops and hydrothermal steam extraction systems stand tall like a symphony orchestra, conducting geothermal energy into sustainable electricity generation. With turbines spinning and generators humming, Wairakei proudly produces over 4% of New Zealand's total power supply – enough to illuminate not just one but four vibrant towns! From Taupo to Rotorua, Napier to Hamilton, these communities owe their bright lights and buzzing activity to this remarkable feat of engineering. This snapshot serves as a reminder that renewable energy is not only possible but essential for our planet's future. By tapping into volcanic forces beneath our feet, Contact Energy has unlocked a carbon-neutral source that keeps us connected while preserving our precious environment. So let your imagination soar as you envision how this mighty station channels Earth's heat into clean electricity. Let it inspire you to embrace sustainability in your own life because together we can create a brighter tomorrow powered by innovation and nature's boundless gifts!
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