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In 1943, the Hydro Electric Development (Scotland) Act was introduced, allowing companies to begin construction on some of the country’s most iconic power station sites. A total of 54 power stations, 78 dams and over 300km of underground tunnels were constructed. It brought power to the Glens and transformed the economic and social fabric of rural Scotland. This network of hydro power schemes, including conventional hydro power stations and pumped hydro storage facilities, are the hidden secret in the Highlands that have been powering the country for 80 years. Today, the majority of these sites are still in operation. You can learn more about the historic role and creation of hydro power in Scotland thanks to exhibitions at the Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre. The centre also shows how SSE Renewables is harnessing hydro to power future generations of Scottish homes and businesses. Press & Journal #hydro #hydropower #hydroelectric #hydroelectricity #powerfromtheglens #sse #sserenewables #kilt #scotland #scottish #visitscotland #scotlandtour #scottishhistory #outlander #Highlanders #sword