Hydropower Project Keeps Running While Its Next License Waits
Published Date: 10/30/2026
Notice
Summary
Great Lakes Hydro America, LLC gets the green light to keep running the Ripogenus Hydroelectric Project from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, or until a new license is issued. This means no interruptions in power while the new license is sorted out. If no new license appears by then, the current license automatically renews, keeping the energy flowing without a hitch.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Annual License Issued for Ripogenus Project
Great Lakes Hydro America, LLC is issued an annual license to operate the Ripogenus Hydroelectric Project No. 2572 effective October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. The license remains in effect until a new license is issued or the project is otherwise disposed of under the Federal Power Act, whichever happens first.
Automatic Renewal If No New License Issued
If a new license or other disposition does not occur on or before September 30, 2027, the annual license issued under section 15(a)(1) of the Federal Power Act will be automatically renewed without further order or notice by the Commission pursuant to 18 CFR 16.18(c). This automatic renewal continues the licensee's authorization past September 30, 2027 unless the Commission orders otherwise.
Continuation Under Prior License if Section 15 Not Applicable
If the Ripogenus Project is not subject to section 15 of the Federal Power Act, Great Lakes Hydro America, LLC is authorized to continue operation under the terms and conditions of the prior license until a subsequent license is issued or other disposition under the FPA occurs. This continuation is permitted under the prior license terms until the project's licensing status changes.
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