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FirstLight Power and DHD Enter Partnership to Develop Suite of Clean Energy Assets to Help Reach Connecticut’s Climate Goals

Hydro, solar, and energy storage assets will be developed by FirstLight and Davis Hill Development to provide reliable renewable energy to Connecticut New Milford, CT– February 17, 2022 – FirstLight Power, a leading clean provider of renewable energy and energy storage resources, today announced that the company has partnered with Davis Hill Development (DHD) to…

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FirstLight Power Joins Global 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Compact

In partnership with Sustainable Energy for All and the UN Energy, the compact builds upon FirstLight’s clean energy portfolio and commitment to fight climate change and decarbonize the electrical grid Burlington, MA – February 3, 2022 – FirstLight Power, a leading clean power producer and energy storage company, today announced that the company has joined…

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Shepaug Eagleview Temporarily Closed

Due to Covid related staffing issues we have decided to temporarily close the Shepaug Eagleview until January 17th. All reservations prior to that date will be cancelled and those who have a reservation will be contacted. We truly apologize for any inconvenience and hope to reopen soon.

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Candlewood Lake Drawdown Delayed

An unexpected issue at the Rocky River Pumped Hydro Station has delayed the annual planned drawdown of Candlewood Lake. Unfortunately, what would normally be a very short-term maintenance repair has stretched into a much longer outage due to supply chain delays and Covid-related staffing shortages with our vendors. We expect the station to be repaired…

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TMLP adds to its substantial commitment for renewable hydropower supply

Taunton, MA – October 5, 2021— Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant (TMLP) today announced that it has increased its strong commitment to local hydropower by extending its contract with FirstLight Power of Burlington, Massachusetts. The transaction, which helps to keep TMLP rates affordable while extending the carbon-free share of the TMLP power portfolio, will now encompass…

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MGED adds to its substantial commitment for renewable hydropower supply

Middleborough, MA – September 22, 2021—Middleborough Gas and Electric Department (MGED) today affirmed its groundbreaking commitment to Massachusetts hydropower by extending its contract with FirstLight Power of Burlington, Massachusetts. The deal, which helps to keep MGED rates affordable while growing the carbon-free share of the MGED power portfolio, will now extend an additional 10 years…

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FirstLight Power Names Stephen Pike as Vice President and General Counsel

Mr. Pike brings decades of experience in advocating, supporting and leading clean energy initiatives across the state notably in his recent role as CEO of MassCEC Burlington, MA – September 21, 2021 – FirstLight Power, a leading clean power producer and energy storage company, today announced that the company has tapped Stephen Pike as Vice…

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FirstLight Announces Annual Lake Drawdowns in Connecticut

For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 17, 2021                FirstLight Annual Drawdown of Candlewood Lake, Lake Lillinonah, and Lake Zoar Candlewood Lake – FirstLight Power (FirstLight), the owner and operator of the Rocky River pumped hydroelectric station, will conduct a drawdown of Candlewood Lake, which includes Squantz Pond.  In consultation with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection,…

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