New Hydro Projects in the Pacific Northwest
posted January 8, 2003
by Thomas O'Keefe
A number of small hydro projects that have been in the licensing process for up to a decade have
recently been recommended for licensing by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. By the
Commission's own analysis the economic benefits are questionable while the impacts to recreation
and natural resources are significant. American Whitewater staff and local volunteers are working
to make sure our interests are represented in decisions regarding these new projects.