Citizen Guide for Effective Participation in Hydropower Licensing
This guide explains how to effectively participate in the hydropower licensing process, geared towards citizens. This A to Z description of the licensing process includes an overview of FERC; in-depth guidance for the ILP, TLP, and ALP; and settlement agreements....
Conservation Groups’ Comments on Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Falls Creek Hydroelectric Project
Intervenors Sierra Club, Trout Unlimited, American Rivers, National Parks Conservation Association, Glacier Bay’s Bear Track Inn, The Wilderness Society, Hoonah Indian Association, Thomas L. Mills, Sr., and Patrick G. Mills, and Intervenor-Movants Sophie McKinley and Dianne McKinley, respectfully file these comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement: Falls Creek Hydroelectric Project and Land Exchange (October 2003) (DEIS).
Tribal Policy Statement
FERC policy statement to articulate its commitment to promote a government to-government relationship between itself and federally-recognized Indian tribes. The policy statement recognizes the sovereignty of tribal nations and the Commission’s trust responsibility to Indian tribes. The policy statement also establishes a tribal liaison position. Finally, the policy establishes certain actions specific to the hydroelectric program.
Alabama Rivers Alliance v. FERC
Was the installation and operation of the three new turbine generators at the project an activity which may result in any discharge for purposes of § 401(a)(1) of the CWA?