
Sahara Shrestha
Professional Bio
Sahara represents clients in the hydropower, natural gas, and electric utility sector before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the D.C. Circuit. She advises hydropower clients on all aspects of FERC licensing and compliance under the Federal Power Act, as well as issues arising under other federal statutes, including the Clean Water Act, National Environmental Policy Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and Endangered Species Act. Sahara also advises natural gas clients in certificate proceedings and compliance matters, and advises electric utility clients on transmission, interconnection, and market design issues.
Congress Enacts S. 1020 to Extend Hydropower Construction Deadlines
Washington Energy Report ·
FERC Issues Draft Revised Cybersecurity Guidance for Hydropower Projects (Section 9.0)
Washington Energy Report ·
FERC Commits to June 2026 Action in Large Load Interconnection Rulemaking
Washington Energy Report ·
FERC Approves Golden Triangle’s Spindletop Expansion Project, Reaffirms Market-Based Rates
Washington Energy Report ·
FERC Approves SPP “System Support Resource” Program to Manage Generator Retirements
Washington Energy Report ·