Bonneville Unit Clean Hydropower Facilitation Act

Bill 111 HR 2008, also known as the Bonneville Unit Clean Hydropower Facilitation Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the development of clean hydropower projects within the Bonneville Unit of the Central Utah Project.

The Bonneville Unit is a part of the larger Central Utah Project, which is a federal water resource development project in Utah. The Bonneville Unit specifically focuses on providing water to the central part of the state, including the Wasatch Front region. This bill aims to promote the development of clean hydropower within this unit, which can help to increase energy efficiency and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

The Bonneville Unit Clean Hydropower Facilitation Act includes provisions that streamline the permitting process for hydropower projects within the Bonneville Unit. It also encourages collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies to expedite the development of these projects. Additionally, the bill includes measures to ensure that any hydropower projects developed within the Bonneville Unit comply with environmental regulations and protect natural resources. Overall, the Bonneville Unit Clean Hydropower Facilitation Act seeks to promote the development of clean energy sources within the Bonneville Unit of the Central Utah Project. By streamlining the permitting process and encouraging collaboration between agencies, this bill aims to increase energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact in the region.