Low Impact Hydropower Institute

Our Mission: We recognize and support hydropower that prioritizes environmental, recreational, historical, and cultural resource protection.

Our Vision: We envision a world where hydropower puts people and the environment first.

We do this by defining and certifying Low Impact Hydropower using rigorous science-based criteria and public input; providing education and outreach; and structuring our organization to integrate and evolve with community, conservation, and hydropower interests.

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January 4, 2023

Published by Maryalice Fischer on January 4, 2023

Complete Application Received – Rollinsford Project, NH/ME

January 4, 2023: The Low Impact Hydropower Institute has received a complete application from Green Mountain Power Corporation on behalf of the Town of Rollinsford NH, […]

January 3, 2023

Published by Maryalice Fischer on January 3, 2023

Final Decision – Recertification of the Upper Raquette River Project, LIHI #14A

January 3, 2023: The decision to certify the Upper Raquette River Project became final after the close of the appeals period on December 28, 2022 with […]

December 19, 2022

Published by Maryalice Fischer on December 19, 2022

Final Decision – Certification of the High Falls Project, LIHI #192

December 19, 2022: The decision to certify the High Falls Project became final after the close of the appeals period on December 10, 2022 with no […]

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