⚡Combined Notice of Filings #1
The Department of Energy's notice outlines several filings related to exempt wholesale generator status and electric rate changes by various companies. This includes application details, filing and comment dates, guiding energy sector entities on compliance and operational adjustments they may need to undertake. The document encourages public participation and outlines procedural guidelines for interventions.
Learn More☢️Intent to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Plutonium Pit Production
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi- autonomous agency within the United States (U.S.) Department of Energy (DOE), announces its intent to initiate a National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) programmatic environmental impact statement (PEIS) process to ensure NEPA compliance for the production of plutonium pits in support of NNSA's Stockpile Stewardship and Management Program. The PEIS will evaluate the programmatic environmental impacts of producing pits at the Congressionally mandated rate (and potentially other reasonable rates) using various single site and multi-site alternatives; associated activities at other NNSA sites; and associated waste management and transportation activities. The purpose of this Notice is to invite public participation in the PEIS process and to solicit public comment on the scope, environmental issues, and alternatives for consideration by NNSA in the draft PEIS.
Learn More⚡Notice of Project Boundary Amendment for Eagle Creek Hydro
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted an application from Eagle Creek Madison Hydro, LLC for a project boundary amendment related to the Anson Hydroelectric Project. The amendment involves relocating a section of the project transmission line, with an emphasis on environmental consultation and the public comment process. Interested parties are invited to submit comments or motions to intervene.
Learn More⚡HGE Energy Storage 8 LLC Preliminary Permit Application Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted a preliminary permit application from HGE Energy Storage 8, LLC for the Barrett Lake Pumped Storage Project in California. The application seeks to establish the feasibility of a major energy storage facility and invites public comments and competing applications.
Learn More🌍Scoping Period Notice for Spindletop Expansion Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking public comments on environmental issues regarding the proposed Spindletop Expansion Project by Golden Triangle Storage, LLC. This project aims to enhance natural gas storage capacity in Jefferson County, Texas, and involves significant analysis of potential environmental impacts and public participation in the review process.
Learn More💧Town of Stowe Electric Department Water Quality Certification Notice
The Department of Energy notifies the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation regarding the Town of Stowe Electric Department's request for a Clean Water Act section 401 water quality certification. The notice includes timelines for action and emphasizes the importance of compliance in environmental regulation.
Learn More⚡Notice of Environmental Assessment for Hydro Projects by FERC
The Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a notice regarding the availability of an Environmental Assessment for proposed upgrades and modifications at the Eel Weir Hydro Project. The assessment includes potential environmental effects and alternatives, with a focus on fostering public engagement through comments and electronic filing options.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings Impacting Energy Sector Compliance
The Department of Energy's Combined Notice of Filings includes requests from various entities such as Southwestern Electric Power Company and Sierra BESS LLC for approvals concerning wind energy acquisition and self-certification of generator status. The filing aims to facilitate regulatory compliance within the electric utility sector, ensuring updated operations in alignment with federal requirements.
Learn More🛢️Tennessee Gas Pipeline Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announces the availability of an environmental assessment (EA) for the Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company's proposed 507G Line Abandonment Project. The EA evaluates potential environmental impacts associated with the abandonment of approximately 75.3 miles of pipeline in Louisiana and includes public comment procedures and deadlines.
Learn More⚡FERC Reliability Standards Update for Businesses in Energy Sector
In compliance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) is soliciting public comment on proposed revisions of the currently approved information collection, FERC-725N, (Mandatory Reliability Standards: TPL Reliability Standards).
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