Paper Firm Requests Non-Power Changes to Wisconsin River Hydro Project
Published Date: 5/2/2025
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Domtar Paper Company wants to make some changes to their Rothschild Hydroelectric Project on the Wisconsin River, but these changes won’t affect how much power it produces. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted their application and is asking the public and agencies to share their thoughts by May 28, 2025. This is a chance for folks nearby and interested groups to weigh in before any updates happen—no big money or timing changes yet, just a heads-up!
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