💧Brookfield White Pine Hydro Water Quality Certification Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission acknowledges the submission of a water quality certification request by Brookfield White Pine Hydro, LLC, regarding a hydroelectric project. The notice specifies the timeline for the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to act on the request, highlighting the implications of potential inaction under the Clean Water Act.
Learn More⚡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⚡Notice for Installing Load Bank in Hydroelectric Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has filed a notice on Eugene Water & Electric Board's application to install a load bank for the Carmen-Smith Hydroelectric Project. This change aims to minimize environmental impact by maintaining necessary flow into the Trail Bridge Reservoir while allowing continuous operation of the power plant during outages. The document also invites comments and motions to intervene from the public and agencies.
Learn More⚡Stowe Electric Department's Environmental Assessment Notice
The Town of Stowe Electric Department has filed for an exemption from licensing for the Smith's Falls Hydroelectric Project in Vermont. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission intends to prepare an environmental assessment to evaluate the project's impacts. The process aims for meaningful public participation as comments will be considered in the final decision.
Learn More🌊Meeting Notice for Boyne River Hydroelectric Project Relicensing
The Department of Energy has issued a notice detailing a virtual meeting regarding the Boyne River Hydroelectric Project's relicensing. The meeting aims to address environmental concerns, including fisheries and water quality, with representatives from the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. Intervenors may attend as observers, but participation is limited. The meeting will contribute to the public record.
Learn More⚡Scott's Mill Hydro Project Application Ready for Environmental Analysis
The Department of Energy has announced the application for the Scott's Mill Hydroelectric Project, inviting public comments and providing detailed information about the project's location, capacity, and environmental measures. Key deadlines for submissions are highlighted, and compliance with federal regulations is emphasized, encouraging stakeholder engagement in the licensing process.
Learn More⚡Notice of Meeting for Goldendale Energy Storage Project
The Department of Energy announces a meeting for FFP Project 101, LLC's Goldendale Energy Storage Project, scheduled for June 4, 2025. This virtual meeting aims to discuss revisions to the draft Programmatic Agreement with the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation and relevant stakeholders, ensuring compliance with historic preservation laws during project development.
Learn More🌊Hydro Kennebec Project Environmental Assessment Notice
The Department of Energy has announced the availability of an Environmental Assessment for the Hydro-Kennebec Project, detailing a temporary variance request to lower reservoir elevation for spillway gate repairs. The assessment analyzes potential environmental impacts and alternatives, concluding that the variance does not significantly affect the human environment and details how to access the complete document.
Learn More🛢️Presidential Determination on Reducing Petroleum Imports from Iran
The document outlines a presidential determination allowing for reduced petroleum purchases from Iran, based on sufficient supply levels from other countries. It emphasizes close monitoring of global economic conditions, strategic reserves, and compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act provisions. This decision may affect market dynamics and trade agreements related to petroleum products.
Learn More💧Environmental Assessment Notice for Green Lake Hydroelectric Project
The notice details the availability of an Environmental Assessment for the Green Lake Hydroelectric Project in Maine, prepared by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. It outlines the public's opportunity to comment on the assessment, which evaluates the potential environmental impacts and the necessary protective measures for licensing the project.
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