Need more info on hydro project
Dear Editor:
I’d vote for micro-hydro in a heartbeat if I could be “assured” that proper streambed health was being maintained.
Hearing Amory Lovins say “yes” to micro-hydro during his discussion with Tom Friedman this summer would normally be enough for me, but Trout Unlimited is a well-respected organization, Katie Lee is no slouch, and Connie Harvey is trustworthy.
I’d like to hear what streambed-restoration-mitigation plans are included in the micro-hydro plant. I’d like to hear how silting will be avoided and “if” it’s an issue (for the simple reason that if silting is a concern, we’ll be putting in a hydro plant with a limited life). I’d love to get some technical responses.
I’d really like to hear those reassurances before the mail-in ballot lands in my box.
Ziska Childs
Aspen

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