A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between FERC and the State of Washington to streamline the regulatory structure for development of hydrokinetic projects in Washington.
FERC and Washington Sign MoU on Development of Hydrokinetic Projects FERC Claims Jurisdiction on Hydrokinetic Projects on the Outer Continental ShelfThrough a press release issued last week, FERC has claimed jurisdiction over hydro projects on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS), a region within three miles off the ocean shore. HRC comments on MMS' proposed ruleIn a comment filed yesterday, HRC requested MMS to describe the procedures, standards and requirements that would be applied for decisions on hydrokinetic projects. First Hydrokiinetic License Issued for Washington's Makah Bay Project
By: Rich Bowers Tuesday February 26, 2008
FERC issues first hydrokinetic license for the Makah Bay Offshore Wave Pilot Project (FERC No. 12751-000) located offshore of Waatch Point in Challam County, WA. FERC issues first hydrokinetic licenseFERC issued its first ever hydrokinetic license to the 1 MW Makah Bay Project in Washington state on Dec 20. |
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