⚡Preliminary Permit Application for Western Maine Energy Storage Project
The Department of Energy announced the acceptance of a preliminary permit application for the Western Maine Energy Storage Project. The project aims to evaluate feasibility for energy storage solutions on private land in Maine, featuring various components including reservoirs and a transmission line. Public comments and interventions are encouraged as part of the regulatory process.
Learn More⚡Regulatory Notice on Electrified Vehicle and Energy Storage Evaluation
The Department of Justice announced a notice regarding changes in membership in Electrified Vehicle and Energy Storage Evaluation—II, filing notifications under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. New members include Toyota Motor Engineering and Underwriters Laboratories, aimed at enhancing collaborative research in electrified vehicles and energy storage solutions.
Learn More🔋Notice on Electrified Vehicle and Energy Storage Evaluation Initiative
The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division issued a notice regarding the Electrified Vehicle and Energy Storage Evaluation—II, a venture involving key industry players like Ford and Honda, aimed at improving understanding of battery energy storage systems for various applications. The initiative will study both normal and abusive use cases of lithium-ion batteries.
Learn More⚡Notice of Meeting for Goldendale Energy Storage Project (FERC)
The Department of Energy announces a meeting regarding revisions to the Programmatic Agreement for the Goldendale Energy Storage Project. Key stakeholders, including federal and state agencies and Native American Tribes, will discuss the proposal, specifically focusing on the implications of historic preservation laws. The meeting is virtual and allows for limited participation from intervenors.
Learn More☀️TVA's Hope Solar and Storage Project
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) intends to prepare an environmental document for the purchase of electricity generated by the proposed Hope Solar and Storage Project in Clay County, Mississippi. The environmental review will assess the potential environmental effects of constructing, operating, and maintaining the proposed 200- megawatt (MW) alternating current (AC) solar photovoltaic (PV) facility and up to 200 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The proposed solar facility and BESS system would occupy a portion of the 2,427-acre Project Study Area. Public comments are invited concerning the scope of the review, alternatives being considered, and environmental issues that should be addressed as a part of this review. TVA is also requesting data, information, and analysis relevant to the proposed action from the public; affected federal, state, tribal, and local governments, agencies, and offices; the scientific community; industry; or any other interested party.
Learn More📜Withdrawal Notice of Draft Energy Storage Strategy by DOE
On December 20, 2024, the Department of Energy (DOE) published notice of availability (NOA) in the Federal Register seeking public input to its draft Energy Storage Strategy and Roadmap (SRM). DOE is withdrawing the December 20, 2024, NOA.
Learn More⚡DOE Extends Public Comment Period for Energy Storage Strategy Draft
On December 20, 2024, the Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice entitled "Notice of Availability: Draft Energy Storage Strategy and Roadmap." DOE is extending the public comment period announced in that notice, which currently closes on February 3, 2025, by 45 days. The comment period will now remain open until March 20, 2025, to allow additional time for the public to review and comment on the Draft DOE Energy Storage Strategy and Roadmap.
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