2026-05522NoticeWallet

Vermont Hydro Faces Federal Licensing Snooping Session

Published Date: 3/20/2026

Notice

Summary

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is checking if the Potter Brook Hydroelectric Project in Vermont needs a federal license. This affects local energy producers and could change how the project operates or is regulated. People have until a set deadline to share their thoughts or get involved, but no immediate money changes are announced yet.

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

FERC Examining Potter Brook Licensing

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is investigating whether the Potter Brook Hydroelectric Project in Orleans County, Vermont must be federally licensed under Federal Power Act section 23(b)(1). Vermont DEC requested this determination on February 4, 2026, noting the project was built after August 26, 1935, is connected to the transmission grid, and began selling power around 1984.

Public Comment & Intervention Deadline

The Commission is soliciting comments, protests, and motions to intervene in Docket UL26-3-000. Submissions must be filed by May 1, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and only those who file a motion to intervene may become a party to the proceeding.

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3/20/2026

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