Energy Giant pumped hydro scheme up in the air till after election Labour rules out North Island pumped hydro, and slow-pedals contentious South Island Lake Onslow Battery Project in face of National opposition. Uncertainty over the building of the country's biggest hydro scheme is set to continue for residents of the Teviot Valley at least until October's general election. Cabinet said on Wednesday investigations will continue into both the Lake Onslow pumped-hydro project and a 'portfolio' approach to electricity generation including geothermal and biomass for meeting New Zealand's future energy needs.

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