FUNCTIONS AND POWERS OF THE COMMISSION
To harness resources in the most transparent, acceptable and cost-efficient manner towards ameliorating the negative effects of hydroelectric dam operations in HYPPADEC member states.
1
Formulate policies and guidelines for the development of hydroelectric power producing areas.
2
Conceive, plan and implement, in accordance with set rules, projects and programmes for the development of hydroelectric power producing areas.
3
Carry out a survey of hydroelectric power producing areas in order to ascent the measure which are necessary to promote its physical development.
4
Prepare schemes designed to promote the physical developments of hydroelectric power producing areas and estimate the cost of implementing such schemes.
5
Implement all measures approved for the development of hydroelectric power producing areas by the Federal Government.
6
Identify factors inhibiting the development of the hydroelectric power producing areas and assist states in the formulation and implementation of policies to ensure sound and efficient management of the resources of the hydroelectric power producing areas.
7
Assess and report on any project being funded or carried out in the hydroelectric power producing areas.
8
Tackle ecological problems that arise from overloading of dams in the hydroelectric power producing areas and advise federal government on the prevention and control of floods and environmental hazards.
9
Execute such other work and perform such other functions which, in the opinion of the commission, are required for the development of the hydroelectric power producing areas and their people
10
Carry out such other functions as the president may direct.
