The partners have lodged consent applications for the take and use of water for, and discharge from, a hydro-generation facility, and this is the first step in the development of the Amuri integrated water project.
Meridian water infrastructure development manager Nick Eldred said the proposed scheme will form the core of the integrated water management solution for the Hurunui District, enhancing the availability and security of power supply, whilst supporting regional development through irrigation.
Ngai Tahu Property and Meridian have applied for water consents for the Amuri Hydro Project – a water take of up to 50 cubic metres per second and a discharge of up to 55 cubic metres per second.
