⚡Sugar River Hydro II License Surrender and Environmental Review
The Department of Energy and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announced the intention to prepare an environmental assessment for the surrender of the Sugar River II Hydroelectric Project license by Sugar River Hydro II, LLC. This includes plans for equipment removal, penstock closure, and coordination with local agencies, highlighting regulatory compliance and environmental considerations.
Learn More🌊Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations and Business Compliance Implications
On May 22, 2025, FEMA published in the Federal Register a proposed flood hazard determination notice that contained an erroneous table. This notice provides corrections to that table to be used in lieu of the erroneous information. The table provided here represents the proposed flood hazard determinations and communities affected for Carroll County, New Hampshire (All Jurisdictions).
Learn More⚡Notice of Environmental Assessment for Nashua Hydroelectric Project
This notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces the availability of an Environmental Assessment for the Mine Falls Hydroelectric Project in Nashua, New Hampshire. The assessment evaluates potential environmental impacts and invites public comments while guiding interested parties on how to access the document and submit responses.
Learn More⚡Analysis of Boott Hydropower's License Amendment and Business Implications
The notice details Boott Hydropower’s application for a major license amendment to operate the Lowell Hydroelectric Project, including significant operational changes affecting fish passage facilities. Stakeholder comments are solicited as the application undergoes procedural evaluation, with enhanced requirements to support environmental considerations and operational compliance measures.
Learn More🌊Notice of Application for Hydroelectric Exemption in New Hampshire
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces the acceptance of an application from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services for surrendering the exemption of the Squam Lake Dam Hydroelectric Project. The notice invites comments, motions to intervene, and protests from interested parties, highlighting the operational status and potential changes concerning the facility.
Learn More⚡Notice of Declaration for Pilon Micro-Hydro Project by FERC
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a notice regarding the application for the Pilon Residence Micro-Hydro Project, inviting comments and protests on the project. The notice includes details about the project's location, components, and regulatory requirements under the Federal Power Act. Interested parties must respond by the specified deadline to be involved in the proceeding.
Learn More🌊Notice of Application for Surrender of License by Sugar River Hydro II, LLC
The Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted an application from Sugar River Hydro II, LLC to surrender its license for the Sugar River II Hydroelectric Project. The notice invites stakeholders for comments, motions to intervene, and discusses the applicant's plans for securement and management of project assets post-surrender. Public engagement and cooperation with environmental agencies are encouraged.
Learn More🛢️Special Permit Request for Pipeline Safety by PHMSA
PHMSA is publishing this notice to solicit public comments on a request for one (1) new special permit segment and one (1) special permit segment extension submitted by Portland Natural Gas Transmission System (PNGTS), a subsidiary of TC Energy. PNGTS is seeking relief from compliance with certain requirements in the Federal pipeline safety regulations. At the conclusion of the 30-day comment period, PHMSA will review the comments received from this notice as part of its evaluation to grant or deny the special permit request.
Learn More🏞️Draft EIS Notice for Vernon, Bellows Falls, and Wilder Hydropower Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy has released a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Vernon, Bellows Falls, and Wilder Hydroelectric Projects. Stakeholders are invited to review the document and participate in public comment sessions to address environmental concerns and regulatory compliance related to the projects' relicensing.
Learn More⚡Revised Procedural Schedule for Mine Falls Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy, through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has issued a notice regarding the revised procedural schedule for the environmental assessment of relicensing the 3-megawatt Mine Falls Hydroelectric Project in Nashua, New Hampshire. The assessment aims to evaluate potential environmental impacts and outlines key milestones and target dates.
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