Hydropower

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licensing, permitting, and compliance processes for hydropower projects can be complex and difficult to navigate. Understanding the unique operational parameters and environmental resources of each project makes the difference - that’s where SWCA comes in.

SWCA’s team of hydropower consultants integrates an in-depth knowledge of FERC regulatory and licensing processes with that of our in-house, technical experts to collaboratively deliver creative, cost-effective solutions to our clients.

We develop sound strategic approaches for each hydropower project that fully acknowledge the client’s needs and desired outcomes, while satisfying all regulatory requirements. We advocate for early agency and stakeholder identification and engagement to facilitate building key relationships, candid discussions and collaboration. We work with our hydropower clients to understand agency or stakeholder needs or desires, share information and data, anticipate potential resource issues or conflicts, and expedite agency approvals or stakeholder agreement.