CONCORD (AP) — New Hampshire's congressional delegation has asked the Department of Energy to move its planning hearings on the proposed Northern Pass power project from West Stewartson to Colebrook so more people can attend.

U.S. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen and Kelly Ayotte as well as U.S. Reps. Carol Shea-Porter and Annie Kuster said the current location may not be big enough and poses some logistical challenges. The $1.4 billion project would transmit 1,200 megawatts of Canadian hydroelectric power, enough to serve 1.2 million homes, from Hydro-Quebec into New England.

The project has stirred intense debate in the North Country. Opponents argue transmission towers would damage the environment, lower property values and hurt tourism. Supporters say the power would reduce carbon emissions.