Kram Hydro 8, LLC has applied for a preliminary permit to explore the potential for a hydropower project at the Howell Heflin Lock and Dam in Alabama. This project would involve building a power station and infrastructure to generate 30 megawatts of electricity using water flow from the dam. Interested parties have 60 days to submit comments, contest the application, or express interest in filing competing proposals. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) encourages electronic submissions and provides assistance through its Office of Public Participation for those needing help with the process.
Simple Explanation
Kram Hydro 8 wants to build a water power station at a big dam in Alabama to make electricity, and people have 60 days to say what they think about it or suggest better ideas. They can send their opinions online, and there are some details that might be hard to understand, but there's help available if needed.