Project Description:
The City and Borough of Sitka owns and operates the Green Lake Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2818). The project provides clean, renewable power to Baranof Island. On April 5, 1979, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a 50-year license for the Project, which expires on March 31, 2029. The City and Borough of Sitka is currently in the process of relicensing the Green Lake Hydroelectric Project.
Upcoming Events:
Comments on CBS's Proposed Study Plan, including any additional or revised study requests, must be filed with FERC by December 6, 2024. Comments must include an explanation of any study plan concerns, and any accommodations reached with CBS regarding those concerns (18 CFR § 5.12). Any proposed modifications to the PSP must address FERC’s criteria in 18 CFR § 5.9(b). Please submit comments to FERC using their eComment system.
Project Related Documents:
Study Plan Documents
Green Lake Proposed Study Plan.pdf
FERC Scoping Documents
Notice of Intent (NOI) and Pre-Application Document (PAD)
Original License Application and License
Green Lake Application for License September 1977.pdf
Green Lake License April 1979.pdf
