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Evaluation of Cost Estimates Related to the Relicensing of Hydroelectric Projects

RCED-85-169 Published: Sep 16, 1985. Publicly Released: Sep 16, 1985.
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In response to a congressional request, GAO evaluated widely varying cost estimates associated with relicensing three hydroelectric projects in California and transferring the projects' licenses from a private utility to municipalities and transferring all investor-owned hydroelectric projects nationwide.

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