⚠️NRC Approves Alternate Waste Disposal Method for ProTechnics
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing a finding of no significant impact (FONSI) and accompanying environmental assessment (EA) for an alternate waste disposal method request from ProTechnics, a division of Core Laboratories LP (ProTechnics), for the disposal of well logging sand-outs or well logging returns containing residual amounts of NRC-licensed materials into Class I disposal wells in North Slope, Alaska. Based on the analysis in the EA, the NRC staff has concluded that there would be no significant impacts to the environment from ProTechnics' proposed exemption request and therefore, a FONSI is appropriate.
Learn More⚛️NRC Environmental Assessment on HALEU Operations and License Extension
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering amending Special Nuclear Material (SNM) License No. SNM-2011, issued on April 13, 2007, to American Centrifuge Operating, LLC (ACO) for the operation of the American Centrifuge Plant (ACP). The NRC is considering extending authorization of the high-assay, low-enriched uranium (HALEU) demonstration program operations to continue through June 30, 2034, along with a possession limit increase to support the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and ACO contract production milestone of 900 kilograms of HALEU per year. In the event of an extension of ACO's HALEU contract with the DOE, potentially the authorization would be extended through the revised contract period. For this proposed action, the NRC staff is issuing an environmental assessment (EA) and a finding of no significant impact (FONSI).
Learn More⚒️Public Hearing on Draft Environmental Assessment for Falkirk Mining
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) announce that a draft environmental assessment (EA) is available for public review and comment for the Falkirk Mining Company's emergency Federal coal lease- by-application (LBA) for Falkirk Mine, serial number NDM-111489, and mining plan for the proposed NDM-111489. The BLM and OSMRE also announce that a public hearing will be held to receive comments on the draft EA, Fair Market Value (FMV), Maximum Economic Recovery (MER), and on factors that may affect the FMV and MER determinations of the coal resources contained in the proposed LBA lease tracts. The BLM and OSMRE take these actions in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended; the Mineral Leasing Act, as amended; and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, as amended.
Learn More🌍Environmental Assessment Notice for Pacific Gas and Electric Company
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces the availability of an Environmental Assessment evaluating the potential environmental impacts of the proposed construction at Tiger Creek regulator dam. The assessment, which outlines alternatives and environmental protections, is accessible online, alongside instructions for public comments and engagement opportunities.
Learn More⚡Environmental Assessment for Vischer Ferry Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy, through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has announced an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the relicense application of the Vischer Ferry Hydroelectric Project in New York. The EA aims to evaluate the project's environmental impact and will involve public commentary and engagement, shaping future operational decisions.
Learn More⚡️Notice for Scoping Comments on Hackett Mills Hydroelectric Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced a notice soliciting scoping comments for the Hackett Mills Hydroelectric Project located on the Little Androscoggin River. This notice includes details on the project application, the process for submitting comments, and emphasizes the importance of public engagement in the environmental review process.
Learn More🌊Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Restoration Plan and Business Implications
The natural resource trustee agencies for the Louisiana and Open Ocean Trustee Implementation Groups (the TIGs) have prepared the Draft Joint Restoration Plan and Environmental Assessment #1: Wetlands, Coastal, and Nearshore Habitats, Federally Managed Lands, Fish and Water Column Invertebrates, Submerged Aquatic Vegetation, Sea Turtles, and Birds Restoration of the Chandeleur Islands (Draft RP/EA). The Draft RP/EA analyzes projects to partially restore resources injured in the Deepwater Horizon (DWH) oil spill. The Draft RP/EA evaluates a reasonable range of six action alternatives under the Oil Pollution Act (OPA), including criteria set forth in the OPA natural resource damage assessment (NRDA) regulations, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). A No Action alternative is also analyzed. The total cost to implement the TIGs' two preferred alternatives is approximately $360,000,000. The TIGs are proposing to allocate approximately $247,000,000 in DWH NRDA funds to implement the preferred alternatives and the State of Louisiana is actively pursuing additional funding sources. The TIGs invite comments on the Draft RP/EA.
Learn More🌿Golden Pass LNG Terminal Environmental Assessment Schedule
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced the environmental assessment schedule for Golden Pass LNG Terminal's Supply Lateral Project in Texas, which aims to enhance supply flexibility. The document outlines pivotal deadlines for federal agency reviews and public engagement throughout the ongoing regulatory process.
Learn More🌲FERC Notice on Woodland Pulp's Environmental Assessment Availability
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has reviewed Woodland Pulp, LLC's application for surrendering the license of the Forest City Project and has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA). The EA evaluates the environmental effects of the proposed surrender and establishes that it will not significantly impact the quality of the human environment. Comments are invited from the public before the deadline.
Learn More🐢Deepwater Horizon Restoration Plan Announcement and Implications
This notice announces that the Deepwater Horizon (DWH) natural resource Trustees for the Open Ocean Trustee Implementation Group (Open Ocean TIG) have prepared and are making available to the public the Final Restoration Plan 4 and Environmental Assessment: Fish and Water Column Invertebrates (FWCI) and Sea Turtles (RP4/EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). The Final RP4/EA considers alternatives to help restore FWCI and sea turtles injured by the DWH oil spill. The Final RP4/EA evaluates a reasonable range of project alternatives under the Oil Pollution Act (OPA) and the OPA Natural Resource Damage Assessment regulations, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and selects ten projects for funding and implementation. A no action alternative is also evaluated pursuant to NEPA.
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