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Dashields Hydropower Corporation intends to file an application for a license to operate the Dashields Locks and Dam Hydropower Project located on the Ohio River in Pennsylvania. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved the use of the Traditional Licensing Process for this project and formal consultations with various agencies, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Officer, have been initiated. A Pre-Application Document has been filed and is available for public viewing on FERC's website. The project aims to engage the public in meaningful participation and streamline communications through FERC's Office of Public Participation.

Stone Ridge Hydro, LLC has announced its intention to apply for a new license for the Herkimer Hydroelectric Project located on West Canada Creek in Herkimer County, New York. The company has been approved to use the Traditional Licensing Process by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and has filed a Pre-Application Document outlining the proposed plan and schedule. Consultations with various agencies, including those responsible for endangered species and historic preservation, are being initiated. All applications for the new license must be submitted by March 31, 2025, and the public is invited to participate and stay informed through FERC's online resources.

CW Bill Young Hydropower Group, Inc. has submitted a notice of intent to apply for a license to develop a hydropower project at the C.W. Bill Young Lock and Dam on the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania. They have also been approved to use the Traditional Licensing Process by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). As part of the process, consultations have begun with various agencies under environmental and historic preservation laws. The public is encouraged to engage with the proceedings, with support available from FERC's Office of Public Participation.

The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) plans to apply for a new license for the Río Blanco Hydroelectric Project in Puerto Rico. They have filed a notice of intent and a request to use the Traditional Licensing Process, which has been approved. The project is situated near Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest and occupies some U.S. Forest Service land. Consultations have begun with several agencies, including those focused on wildlife and historic preservation, to ensure all environmental and historical considerations are addressed.

Craig-Hayden PS, LLC has announced their intent to apply for a license to build the Craig-Hayden Pumped Storage Project in Moffat County, Colorado. This process uses the Traditional Licensing Process approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The project involves consulting with several agencies to ensure compliance with environmental and historical preservation laws. Interested individuals can view project documents on the FERC website and seek assistance from the Office of Public Participation for inquiries and public participation.

Allegheny Hydro Group Lock and Dam 4, Inc., a subsidiary of Current Hydro LLC, has filed a notice of intent to seek a license for the Allegheny Lock and Dam 4 Hydropower Project located in Pennsylvania. They have been approved to use the Traditional Licensing Process and have begun consultations with various agencies related to environmental and historical preservation laws. The project will partially occupy federal land and aims to harness hydropower from the Allegheny River. The public can access more details and participate in the process through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) website.

Northern States Power Company-Wisconsin has filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) indicating its intent to apply for a new license for the Hayward Hydroelectric Project on the Namekagon River in Wisconsin. They have also been approved to use the Traditional Licensing Process and are seeking to consult with various agencies about environmental and historical regulations. The company has provided a Pre-Application Document, which is available on the FERC website, and has declared their intent to submit the final application by November 30, 2023. Public consultation is being initiated as part of this process.

Northern States Power Company-Wisconsin has filed a Notice of Intent to apply for a new license for the Trego Hydroelectric Project located on the Namekagon River in Wisconsin. They have requested to use the Traditional Licensing Process, which was approved by the Director of the Division of Hydropower Licensing. This notice also initiates consultation with various agencies under several environmental and historic preservation acts. Northern States is designated as the Commission's non-federal representative to carry out these consultations, and they have committed to submitting the application for the new license by November 30, 2023.