U.S. Court Orders Alabama Power Dam License Review

摘要

A federal court earlier this summer struck down the license of Alabama Power Co. to operate seven hydroelectric dams on the Coosa River in Alabama and Georgia that generate 960 MW, but what must be done to have it reinstated remains a mystery. The Birmingham utility is working closely with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on how to proceed and expects a decision before year end. Since the now-vacated license was issued in 2013, the firm has spent up to $3 5 million to add equipment that could help meet new requirements.