FirstLight MA Hydro LLC; Northfield Mountain LLC: Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Turners Falls Hydroelectric and Northfield Mountain Pumped Storage Projects
Published Date: 2/6/2026
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The final environmental report is out for the Turners Falls and Northfield Mountain hydroelectric projects in Massachusetts. This means the government has reviewed how these projects affect the environment and is ready to decide on their future licenses. Local communities, Native American tribes, and energy users should watch for updates, as these decisions could impact river health and energy production soon.
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