The Hazelwood Power Station was a brown coal-fired power plant located in Victoria, Australia. It began operations in 1964 and was one of the largest power stations in the country, generating electricity for the national grid. The station was known for its high emissions and environmental impact due to its reliance on brown coal. In 2017, the Hazelwood Power Station was officially closed, marking the end of its 53 years of operation. The closure was part of a broader shift towards cleaner energy sources in Australia, as the government and energy companies aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote renewable energy alternatives.