⚡Notice of Environmental Assessment for Isabella Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy announces the availability of an Environmental Assessment for Isabella Partners regarding a capacity amendment for the Isabella Hydroelectric Project. The assessment reviews potential environmental impacts, alternatives, and concludes that the proposed increase in generating capacity from 12.8 MW to 17.8 MW would not significantly affect the environment, pending protective measures.
Learn More🐸Implications of Endangered Species Habitat Designation for Businesses
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, announce that we are reopening the comment period for the proposed rule to designate critical habitat for four distinct population segments (DPSs) of the foothill yellow-legged frog (Rana boylii) under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). In total, approximately 760,071 acres (307,590 hectares) in California fall within the boundaries of the proposed critical habitat designation. Comments previously submitted on the proposed rule need not be resubmitted as they are already incorporated into the public record for the rulemaking action and will be fully considered in our development of the final rule.
Learn More💧EPA Approves California's Revised Drinking Water Regulations
Notice is hereby given that the State of California revised its approved State primacy program under the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) by adopting regulations that effectuate the Federal Public Water System (PWS) Definition. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined that California's revision request meets the applicable SDWA program revision requirements and the regulations adopted by California are no less stringent than the corresponding Federal regulations. Therefore, EPA approves this revision to California's approved State primacy program. However, this determination on California's request for approval of a program revision shall take effect in accordance with the procedures described below in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this document after the opportunity to request a public hearing.
Learn More💧Preliminary Determination for Qualifying Hydropower Facility Notice
The Department of Energy, through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has issued a preliminary determination regarding the proposed Aquifer Pumped Hydro2 Project in California. The project, intended to function as a qualifying conduit hydropower facility, aims to generate approximately 59 megawatt-hours annually, utilizing existing water conveyance systems while maintaining their primary agricultural purposes. Stakeholders are invited to comment or intervene by the specified deadline.
Learn More⚖️DEA Revocation of Khursheed Haider's Registration
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) revoked the registration of Khursheed Haider, M.D. due to his lack of authority to practice medicine in California and handle controlled substances. As a result, business owners in the healthcare sector must remain vigilant about practitioner licensing to avoid regulatory issues.
Learn More💧Notice of Application for Hydroelectric Project by PG&E
The Department of Energy has issued a notice regarding the Pacific Gas and Electric Company's application for a new major license for the Balch Hydroelectric Project. The notice invites public comments and provides procedural requirements and deadlines for stakeholder engagement, including environmental analysis and necessary regulatory compliance.
Learn More🌞Chalan Solar Project Draft Permit for Endangered Species Conservation
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), announce receipt of an application and draft habitat conservation plan from Chalan Solar Storage, LLC (applicant) for an incidental take permit (ITP) under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The applicant requests the ITP to take the federally endangered San Joaquin kit fox (Vulpes macrotis mutica) and giant kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ingens) incidental to development activities in Kern County, California. We request public comment on the application, which includes the applicant's draft habitat conservation plan (HCP), and the Service's preliminary determination that the proposed permitting action may be eligible for a categorical exclusion pursuant to the Department of the Interior's (DOI) National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations and the DOI Departmental Manual. To make this preliminary determination, we prepared a draft environmental action statement and low-effect screening form, which are also available for public review. We invite comment from the public and local, State, Tribal, and Federal agencies.
Learn More🌫️EPA Approves Air Quality Regulation for Mojave Desert Region
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking final action to approve a revision to the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District (MDAQMD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP). This revision concerns emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NO<INF>X</INF>) from industrial, institutional, and commercial boilers, steam generators, and process heaters. We are approving a local rule that regulates these emission sources under the Clean Air Act (CAA or "Act").
Learn More🌊Pacific Gas & Electric's Temporary Flow Modification Application Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted an application from Pacific Gas & Electric for a temporary minimum instream flow modification at the Poe Hydroelectric Project. The request seeks to lower flow rates for maintenance purposes while outlining opportunities for public comment and agency cooperation on environmental concerns.
Learn More💧Yuba County Water Agency Environmental Assessment Notice
The Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission have announced the intent to prepare an Environmental Assessment for the Yuba County Water Agency's application to relicense the Narrows Hydroelectric Project. The process will involve public comment and engagement, ensuring all stakeholder inputs are considered in the final licensing decision.
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