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When less hydropower is available due to drought, how does that affect current Western contracts?

April 26, 2017affect contracts drought hydropower Western

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When less hydropower is available due to drought, how does that affect current Western contracts?

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Commitments for firm power in current contracts remain firm for the life of the contract. However, due to changes in hydrology or river operations during the contract term, contracts containing resource commitments that are extended under the Energy Planning and Management Program can be modified to change the amount of power delivered after Western completes a public process and provides five years’ notice.