Green Mountain Power Updates Its Boring Procedural Timeline
Published Date: 11/24/2025
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Summary
Green Mountain Power is updating the timeline for their Essex No. 19 Hydroelectric Project relicensing. They’re working closely with fish and wildlife agencies to improve fish passage, and key deadlines for public comments and decisions are now set for early 2026. This means more time for everyone to weigh in and for GMP to fine-tune their plans without rushing.
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