PG&E's Balch Hydro Up for Renewal: Forests in the Spotlight
Published Date: 5/21/2025
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Summary
Pacific Gas and Electric Company wants to renew its license for the Balch Hydroelectric Project in California’s Sierra and Sequoia National Forests. The government is now reviewing the environmental impact and asking the public to share their thoughts by July 14, 2025. This process could affect local land use and energy production, so it’s a big deal for nearby communities and nature lovers.
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