The City of Hamilton, Ohio and American Municipal Power, Inc. have filed a hydroelectric application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for a new major license to operate the Greenup Hydroelectric Project located on the Ohio River. This project makes use of the existing Greenup Locks and Dam and is run in a "run-of-release" mode, meaning it generates electricity based on water flow agreements. The public is invited to file protests or motions to intervene electronically through the Commission's eFiling system or by mail, and must do so within 60 days of the notice date. The application has been accepted, but the project is not yet ready for environmental analysis.
Simple Explanation
The City of Hamilton and a company called American Municipal Power want to make electricity using water from a river with help from a government agency. People can say if they don't like the idea or want to be part of the conversations, but they have to do it soon and follow some special rules.