Flathead Electric Cooperative Concerned Over Removal of Dams
Posted on Feb 1, 2024 in Regulation & Policy | Comments Off on Flathead Electric Cooperative Concerned Over Removal of Dams
Officials from Flathead Electric Cooperative, the second largest electricity provider in Montana, warn of an energy crisis if the Biden administration proceeds with plans to remove four dams on the lower Snake River. The co-op contends that this could increase electricity rates, as the dams contribute around 1,004 megawatts each year to the region. The proposal to remove the dams is part of negotiations addressing tribal treaty rights to a viable salmon fishery, but local officials and lawmakers express concerns about the economic impact and transparency of the plan.
