the Snowy Mountains Scheme

The Snowy Mountains Scheme is a major engineering project in Australia, completed in the 1970s, that involves a network of dams, tunnels, and power stations. It was designed to harness the Snowy River's flow to generate hydroelectric power and provide irrigation for agriculture. The scheme significantly increased Australia's electricity supply and transformed farming in the region. It also created a vast recreational area with opportunities for fishing, skiing, and hiking, while highlighting engineering innovation and environmental challenges associated with large-scale water management.