The Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to reducing the impacts of hydropower generation through the certification of hydropower projects that have committed to environmental, cultural and recreational stewardship pursuant to the Low Impact Hydropower Institute’s criteria.

LIHI’s Certification Program encourages a range of benefits associated with healthy rivers and enables Low Impact projects to access renewable energy markets.

Announcing the Julie Keil Women in Hydro Scholarship Fund

Deadline Extended to March 15th

What's New at LIHI

Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI #34 – Black River and Beebee Island Hydroelectric Projects, NY

By Lindsey Zai on May 17th, 2018

Lexington MA (May 17, 2018): On May 16, 2018, the Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) preliminarily approved the Black River/Beebee Island Hydroelectric Projects for a new 8-year term of Low Impact Certification. This decision is preliminary pending the 30-day appeal window. Only those who commented in the initial application during the 60-day comment period are eligible…
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Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI #108 – Gilman Hydroelectric Project, NH

By Lindsey Zai on May 15th, 2018

Lexington MA (May 15, 2018): On May 14, 2018, the Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) preliminarily approved the Gilman Hydroelectric Project for a new 5-year term of Low Impact Certification with the following conditions: Condition 1: By December 31, 2018, the Owner shall provide LIHI with evidence of compliance with the water quality monitoring and with…
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Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI #104 – Rolfe Canal Hydroelectric Project, NH

By Lindsey Zai on May 15th, 2018

Lexington MA (May 15, 2018): On May 14, 2018, the Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) preliminarily approved the Rolfe Canal Hydroelectric Project for a new 5-year term of Low Impact Certification with the following conditions: Condition 1: LIHI shall be provided a copy of the report submitted to NHDES on the results of the planned 2018…
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Preliminary Decision: Certification of Middle Fork Irrigation District Project, OR

By Lindsey Zai on May 15th, 2018

Lexington, Mass (May 15, 2018) – On May 11, 2018, the Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) preliminarily approved Low Impact Certification for the Middle Fork Irrigation District (MFID), Powerhouses #1 and #2 for a 10-year term. This decision is preliminary pending the 30-day appeal window. Only those who commented in the initial application during the…
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Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI Certificate #35B – Oswego River, NY

By Shannon Ames on May 2nd, 2018

Lexington MA (May 1, 2018): The Oswego River Hydroelectric project has received preliminary approval for a new 5-year term of Low Impact Certification. The Certification includes one facility-specific condition carried over from the prior Certification and slightly modified, as follows: Condition 1: The Owner shall provide an annual summary report along with its annual compliance letter…
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Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI Certificate #35A – Oswego Falls, NY

By Maryalice Fischer on May 1st, 2018

Lexington MA (May 1, 2018): The Oswego Falls Falls Hydroelectric project has received preliminary approval for a new 5-year term of Low Impact Certification. As provided for in the LIHI 2nd Edition Certification Handbook, the Preliminary Decision, along with the Application Reviewer’s report and (if prepared) report of the Executive Director, will be posted on the…
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Announcing the Julie Keil Women in Hydro Scholarship Fund

Deadline Extended to March 15th

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What's New at LIHI

Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI #34 – Black River and Beebee Island Hydroelectric Projects, NY

Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI #108 – Gilman Hydroelectric Project, NH

Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI #104 – Rolfe Canal Hydroelectric Project, NH

Preliminary Decision: Certification of Middle Fork Irrigation District Project, OR

Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI Certificate #35B – Oswego River, NY

Preliminary Decision: Recertification of LIHI Certificate #35A – Oswego Falls, NY

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