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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.
Read moreCandlewood 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…
Read moreTMLP 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…
Read moreMGED 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…
Read moreFirstLight 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…
Read moreFirstLight 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,…
Read moreFirstLight Issues Statement About Lake Lillinonah Amidst Historic Rainfall
Public Statement – For Immediate Release FirstLight Issues Statement About Lake Lillinonah Amidst Historic Rainfall Water level of the lake was lowered in preparation for heightened rainfall expected from Hurricane Ida New Milford, CT – September 3rd, 2021 – FirstLight Power issued the following statement regarding lower than normal lake levels on Lake Lillinonah: “Earlier…
Read moreFirstLight Launches Climate Action and Environmental Justice Grant Program for Franklin County Communities and Non-Profit Organizations
The company to offer up to $30,000 in grants to support regional 501c3 non-profit organizations and local communities in the fight against climate change and to advance environmental justice Northfield, MA – August 12, 2021 – FirstLight Power (FirstLight), a leading clean power producer and energy storage company, announced today that the company is launching…
Read moreRiverview Park Picnic Pavilion Now Accepting Reservations
FirstLight is pleased to announced that it is once again taking reservations for event rentals at its popular picnic pavilion. This beautiful post and beam pavilion is on the scenic Connecticut River in Northfield, MA. For more details, or to make a reservation, please visit firstlightpower.com/recreation.
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