State Misses Deadline, Hydro Project Gets Automatic Waiver
Published Date: 7/13/2026
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Summary
Oswego Hydro Partners wanted permission to run their Phoenix Hydroelectric Project, but New York’s environmental agency didn’t respond in time. Because they missed the one-year deadline, the water quality certification requirement is now waived, letting the project move forward without delay. This means the company can keep things flowing smoothly without waiting or extra costs tied to that certification.
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