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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12719
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced a new major license application filed by the New York Power Authority for the Vischer Ferry Hydroelectric Project located on the Mohawk River in New York. This project operates in a run-of-river mode and includes facilities such as a dam and a powerhouse with turbine-generator units. FERC is encouraging the public to file motions, comments, and protests through their eFiling system by specified deadlines. There are specific requirements for these filings, and FERC's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging with the process.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is letting people know about a new plan to use water from a river in New York to make electricity. They want everyone to share their thoughts or concerns about this plan, and they promise to help if anyone has questions.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 14135
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    On March 17, 2025, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) received a request from the New York Power Authority for water quality certification related to a project. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has notified the New York DEC that it has one year, until March 17, 2026, to act on this certification request. If the DEC fails to make a decision by that date, the requirement for certification is considered waived according to the Clean Water Act.

    Simple Explanation

    The New York Power Authority has asked the New York State agency in charge of the environment for a special permission called "water quality certification" for their project. This agency has until March 17, 2026, to decide, or else they might lose the chance to say yes or no.