Hydro Tasmania is one of thirty-seven prominent businesses to officially sign on to a new charter for renewable energy developments at the Australian Clean Energy Summit.

In signing the charter Hydro Tasmania has committed to engage respectfully with communities, be sensitive to environmental and cultural values and make a positive contribution to the areas in which the business operates.

The charter sets benchmarks for best practice renewable energy developments into the future.

Hydro Tasmania CEO, Steve Davy, said, the business was proud to be a foundation signatory.

“In signing this charter we are reaffirming our commitment to building a future that is clean, reliable and affordable for all Tasmanians,” he said.

“Hydro Tasmania will work extensively with Tasmania’s regional communities as we work to become the Battery of the Nation.

“Battery of the Nation is not just a Hydro Tasmania initiative; it’s a Tasmanian initiative. It’s designed to serve and support our communities, and will involve opportunities and contributions from right across the renewable energy sector.”

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Released for Hydro Tasmania by Sam Ikin / 0409 722359 / media@hydro.com.au.