Hydroelectric power - Strategic Insights Report (Page 15)

Independent regulatory commissions

Catawba-Wateree Hydroelectric Project No. P-2232: Reservoir Level Deviations and Scheduled Recreation Release Impacts

A recent rain event in May 2025 caused significant reservoir level deviations at the Rhodhiss and Lookout Shoals Developments, resulting in increased flow and impacts on recreation release schedules at the Great Falls Development. In accordance with the Catawba-Wateree License Maintenance and Emergency Protocol, Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC notified the

Independent regulatory commissions

Merced Irrigation District Requests Water Quality Certification for Merced Falls Hydroelectric Project

The Merced Irrigation District (Merced ID) has submitted a request for water quality certification (WQC) to the State Water Resources Control Board for the Merced Falls Hydroelectric Project, a 3.4-megawatt run-of-river facility located on the Merced River in Mariposa and Merced counties. The project includes a concrete gravity dam,

Independent regulatory commissions

Tower Kleber Limited Partnership Project Environmental Assessment Notice Issued by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a formal notice for the Tower Kleber Limited Partnership Project, a hydroelectric project located on the Black River in Cheboygan County, Michigan. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, the Commission's Office of Energy Projects has prepared an

Independent regulatory commissions

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Requests Formal Consultation Under Endangered Species Act

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service, requesting formal consultation under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for the Mattaceunk Hydroelectric Project in Maine. Great Lakes Hydro America, LLC, the project's licensee, proposes to conduct a temporary drawdown of the

Independent regulatory commissions

Hurricane Helene Damage Assessment and Recovery Efforts

Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) on September 26-27, 2024, causing significant damage to the Enterprise Mill Hydropower Project. The storm's impact led to a shut down of electricity generation due to reduced water flow and debris accumulation at the facility's

United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Yadkin Hydroelectric Project Update: Eagle Creek Renewable Energy Submits Report to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

As part of the ongoing development of the Yadkin Hydroelectric Project (P-2197-NC), Eagle Creek Renewable Energy, LLC has submitted a report to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding the fifth Board of Consultants (BOC) meeting. The report includes updates on the BOC's recommendations, computational flood dynamic (CFD) modeling,

United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Request FERC Consultation on Boyne River Hydroelectric Project

The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians (LTBB) have submitted a consultation request to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding the re-licensing of the Boyne River Hydroelectric Project. The project, located within the 1836 Ceded Territory, directly impacts treaty-reserved rights of the LTBB, including hunting, fishing, and gathering.

United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Mendocino County Russian River Flood Control & Water Conserv Enters FERC Proceeding for Pacific Gas & Electric Company's Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project

The Mendocino County Russian River Flood Control and Water Conservation Improvement District has submitted a notice of intervention to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding Pacific Gas & Electric Company's (PG&E) application for a temporary variance of flow requirements for the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project.

United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Revised Procedural Schedule for Environmental Assessment of the Spencer Mountain Hydroelectric Project

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a revised procedural schedule for the environmental assessment of the Spencer Mountain Hydroelectric Project. Spencer Mountain Hydropower, LLC filed an application to relicense the project on June 26, 2023, and FERC staff began evaluating the effects of relicensing on March 24, 2025.

United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Issues Notice for Overdue Restoration Plan on Utah Yellowstone Hydroelectric Project

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice to Moon Lake Electric Association, Inc. for the overdue Restoration Plan for the Yellowstone Hydroelectric Project No. 1773 in Utah. The project, located on the Yellowstone River in Duchesne County, involves stream restoration to satisfy the Forest Service. The company

Energy industries

TotalEnergies Expands Renewable Energy Presence in Africa Through Bujagali Deal

In a move to solidify its position as a leader in Africa's energy sector, TotalEnergies, a French oil major, has partnered with Bujagali Energy Ltd to acquire a significant stake in the Bujagali hydropower plant in Uganda. The deal marks a significant step towards TotalEnergies' goal of

Hydroelectric power

Cloudberry Expands Renewables Portfolio Through Strategic Transactions

Cloudberry has increased its stake in Forte Energy Norway AS, a company with a portfolio of 14 hydropower plants and one power offtake agreement, with an estimated annual production of 254 GWh. The acquisition raises Cloudberry's stake in Forte to 49.99%. In a separate deal, Cloudberry has

See all