Overview
Dahowa Hydro is a 10.5 MW hydroelectric power plant operated by GR Catalyst Two LLC in the United States. It generates renewable electricity from hydropower.
Dahowa Hydro is a hydroelectric power plant located in the United States, with coordinates 43.1033° N, -73.5369° W. It has a generating capacity of 10.5 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-scale category for hydroelectric facilities. The plant is owned and operated by GR Catalyst Two LLC and is currently operational. As a hydroelectric facility, Dahowa Hydro uses the flow of water to generate electricity without direct fuel combustion, resulting in minimal air emissions. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Clean Water Act and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licensing for hydropower projects. Typical technology for small hydro plants includes run-of-river or impoundment designs, depending on site characteristics. The plant contributes to the local grid with renewable energy, supporting regional energy diversity and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its capacity is sufficient to power several thousand homes, and its operation aligns with broader state and federal goals for clean energy generation.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants, but can affect local aquatic ecosystems through changes in water flow and fish passage. The plant's location in a temperate region with seasonal water availability may influence its generation patterns. Small hydro plants typically have limited local air quality impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Dahowa Hydro is located in the United States at coordinates 43.1033° N, -73.5369° W. The specific city and state are not publicly listed.
Dahowa Hydro has a generating capacity of 10.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale hydroelectric power plant.
Dahowa Hydro is owned and operated by GR Catalyst Two LLC.
Hydroelectric plants in the US are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for licensing and compliance, and must adhere to the Clean Water Act for water quality and environmental impacts.
Hydroelectric power has low air emissions but can impact aquatic ecosystems through altered water flows, fish migration, and habitat changes. Modern plants often include mitigation measures like fish ladders.