Delta Energy has announced the imminent closure of its New South Wales Munmorah Power Station after 45 years of operation. The station has been maintained on standby since late 2010.

 

The company cited decreasing energy demand in New South Wales, while admitting that the generator was unable to keep pace with the newer and more efficient generators and alternative energy sources.

 

The station’s ageing infrastructure, adding to the cost of maintenance, and the introduction of the Federal Government’s carbon tax further eroded its viability according to a statement by Delta Energy.

 

“As a part of the decommissioning of the station, the Delta Electricity Central Coast business will reduce in size,” Delta Energy’s CEO Greg Everett said.

 

“Approximately 100 positions were deployed at Munmorah when it was in service and since that time have been reassigned to work at Vales Point.

 

“The process of decommissioning will require staff activity at Munmorah over the coming weeks and we will consult with staff and unions on the structure of the business for the longer term”.

 

The decommissioning of Munmorah Power Station will involve the shutdown of all non-safety and non-essential service systems at the station, removal of fuel and chemicals and securing of buildings.