KC Brighton LLC has applied to surrender its license for the Brighton Hydroelectric Project in Maryland because the costs of continuing the project are too high. They plan to remove all power generation equipment but won't make any changes to the dam or water supply. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will prepare an environmental assessment by May 2025 and has invited the public to participate and comment. The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, which owns the dam, has filed a Motion to Intervene.
Simple Explanation
KC Brighton LLC wants to stop running a power-making project in Maryland because it's too expensive, so they are going to take away the machines. The people in charge, called FERC, will check to make sure this won't hurt the environment, and folks who live nearby can share their thoughts.