The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced that New Hampshire Renewable Resources, LLC has submitted an application to obtain a Subsequent Minor License for the Sugar River II Hydroelectric Project in New Hampshire. The project is currently operated by Sugar River Hydro II, LLC, but they have decided not to reapply for the license. The existing project includes a small dam, power-generating facilities, and does not propose any changes to the current operations, which involve maintaining fish passage and consistent water flow. Interested parties have until April 9, 2021, to submit additional study requests or to request cooperating agency status related to the project's application process.
Simple Explanation
There is a company called New Hampshire Renewable Resources that wants to take over running a small power plant on a river in New Hampshire, and they promise to keep allowing fish to swim by the dam. People have until April 9, 2021, to share their thoughts or ask to be involved in the planning.