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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted an application from Oswego Hydro Partners, LP for a new major license concerning the Phoenix Hydroelectric Project located in New York. This project includes the Phoenix Dam and other structures on the Oswego River, with a total energy capacity of 3.18 megawatts. The application is open for public inspection, and interested parties can submit protests or motions to intervene by February 3, 2025. Oswego Hydro proposes to continue operation in its current mode and has outlined plans for issues like fish passage and environmental protection.

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.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has updated the schedule for processing the relicense application for the Phoenix Hydroelectric Project filed by Oswego Hydro Partners, LP. Originally planned for environmental analysis readiness in September 2024, the timeline was adjusted to allow more time for settlement negotiations involving the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Oswego Hydro has reported progress in discussions, especially concerning fish passage, and expects to submit a Settlement Agreement in early 2025. An additional notice will be issued if further schedule changes are necessary.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that it is reviewing an application for a new minor license for the Lower Great Falls Hydroelectric Project, located on the Salmon Falls River between New Hampshire and Maine. The application, submitted by Green Mountain Power and the City of Somersworth, aims to continue operating the plant as a run-of-river facility while enhancing fish passage and increasing the minimum water flow to support aquatic resources. Interested parties have 60 days from the notice date to submit comments or recommendations. The application details can be accessed on the Commission's website under the specified project number.