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Aspenites question impact of hydroelectric plant
Posted: Nov 16, 2009 5:23 AM by Associated Press
The city of Aspen says building a hydroelectric plant would reduce the community's greenhouse gas emissions. Environmentalists say it could also drain area creeks.
Some area residents want the proposed project to go through a full environmental review. The city has applied for an exemption from a full federal analysis. City officials are taking public comments on the proposal and say a more comprehensive review is possible if there is enough concern or there are issues they haven't considered.
Aspen wants to build a 1,880-square-foot hydropower plant that would draw water from Castle and Maroon creeks to generate electricity. Area residents are concerned about the potential effects on wildlife and water rights.
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