Liberty Eyeing James River As Power Source

Bomb Squads Disarm Traps At Colorado Suspect's Apartment Bomb Squads Disarm Traps At Colorado Suspect's Apartment

Updated: Saturday, July 21 2012 5:13 PM EDT2012-07-21 21:13:00 GMT

Updated: Saturday, July 21 2012 5:08 PM EDT2012-07-21 21:08:13 GMT

Updated: Saturday, July 21 2012 3:55 PM EDT2012-07-21 19:55:47 GMT

Updated: Saturday, July 21 2012 3:37 PM EDT2012-07-21 19:37:42 GMT

LYNCHBURG, VA. (AP) - Liberty University is studying the possibility of using the James River to generate electricity. The Lynchburg university founded by the late Jerry Falwell has filed an application with the Federal Regulatory Commission proposing to study the feasibility of installing a powerhouse with four generators at the Scotts Mill Dam near Lynchburg. LU spokesman Lee Beaumont told the News & Advance of Lynchburg the university is investigating whether the power source could lead to savings on energy. He said Liberty is amid a review of its energy policy. The application to FERC seeks a preliminary permit. That's a first step in what would be a long licensing process with the agency.

Copyright 2012 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

View post:
Liberty Eyeing James River As Power Source