Commonwealth Hydropower

The Commonwealth Hydropower Program seeks to increase the output of the Commonwealth’s hydropower assets by providing grants for ecologically-appropriate projects that can be implemented quickly and efficiently.  

Target projects include:

• Upgrades to existing, FERC-licensed or non-jurisdictional facilities that will result in greater generation
• Development of new facilities that take advantage of the water flowing in man-made conduits, such as water distribution systems
• Upgrade or development of facilities on FERC-licensed canals

Eligibility is generally limited to projects that can demonstrate a high likelihood of qualifying for the Massachusetts Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard.

Solicitations

The Commonwealth Hydropower Round 5 Solicitation is now open.

• Click Here for Round 5 Solicitation Documents

Useful Links

• Renewable Energy Certificates and the New England Generation Information System.
• MA Renewable Portfolio Standard Summary and Regulations
• Low Impact Hydropower Institute
• Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Small/Low-Impact Hydropower Program
• FERC January 2012 Webinar on Licenses and Exemptions (slides only - no audio)
• MassCEC FAQ on Municipal Lighting Plant Communities 
• US Department of Energy Funding Opportunities

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