🛢️Rescission of Environmental Impact Statement for Oil and Gas Leasing
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is rescinding its notice to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the oil and gas leasing decisions in seven States from February 2015 to December 2020. The BLM announced its intent to prepare the EIS in a notice that published in the Federal Register on January 16, 2025.
Learn More🌉FERC Notice on Cape Cod Canal Bridge Relocation and Scoping Process
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has initiated a scoping period to gather public comments on the environmental issues related to the planned Cape Cod Canal Bridge Relocation Project by Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC. This notice invites stakeholders to engage in the NEPA review process concerning the potential environmental impacts of the project.
Learn More⚡Notice of Application for Loup River Hydroelectric Project License
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced the application for a non-capacity amendment of the Loup River Hydroelectric Project license. The notice invites comments and interventions regarding proposed changes to operational flow requirements and monitoring for environmental impacts, emphasizing the involvement of federal, state, and local agencies.
Learn More⚛️Duke Energy's Renewed Licenses for Oconee Nuclear Station Issued
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued Subsequent Renewed Facility Operating License Nos. DPR-38, DPR-47, and DPR-55 to Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Duke Energy or the licensee), for Oconee Nuclear Station, Units 1, 2, and 3 (Oconee Station). In addition, the NRC has prepared a record of decision (ROD) that supports the NRC's decision to issue Subsequent Renewed Facility Operating License Nos. DPR-38, DPR-47, and DPR-55.
Learn More⚡Final Environmental Impact Statement for Alabama Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy announces the availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the R.L. Harris Hydroelectric Project in Alabama. The document evaluates the relicense application using public and agency input, focusing on environmental implications and stakeholder engagement in the decision-making process regarding this energy project.
Learn More🛢️Notice for Supplemental EIS on Cook Inlet Oil and Gas Lease Sale 258
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announces its intent to prepare a supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) for Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Lease Sale 258 in the Cook Inlet Planning Area, Alaska. BOEM takes this action consistent with the regulations and guidance implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended. This supplemental EIS will provide new analysis in response to a remand by the United States District Court for the District of Alaska (Court).
Learn More📊Draft EIS Notice for Texas LNG Project Released by FERC
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a draft supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Texas LNG Project proposed by Texas LNG Brownsville LLC, in response to a court opinion. This document reviews environmental considerations and impacts on affected communities, especially regarding environmental justice concerns. Public comments are invited until May 19, 2025.
Learn More⚡FERC Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is initiating an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Seminoe Pumped Storage Project in Wyoming. This will assess the environmental implications of constructing and operating a hydroelectric facility, gathering public comments to guide its review. The project aims to enhance electric grid services through renewable energy.
Learn More⛏️TVA Approves Sugar Camp Mine Boundary Revision and Expansion
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has decided to adopt the preferred alternative identified in the Sugar Camp Energy, LLC Mine No. 1 Significant Boundary Revision (SBR) Number (No.) 8 Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS; Document ID EISX-455-00-000- 1729685514). A Notice of Availability of the Final EIS was published in the Federal Register on January 17, 2025. The purpose and need of the proposed action is to comply with the terms and conditions of the previously executed leases and agreements regarding the TVA-owned mineral rights in Illinois which total approximately 64,689 acres (hereafter, TVA Mineral Rights Area). TVA's preferred alternative, analyzed in the EIS as Alternative B, consists of implementing the terms of the existing coal lease agreement, approving the plan to expand its underground longwall mining operations by approximately 22,414 acres (hereafter, SBR No. 8 Mine Area), and pursuing divestment of the TVA Mineral Rights Area from TVA's control and custody. This Record of Decision (ROD) describes TVA's decision to implement the terms of the existing coal lease agreement and approve the plan to mine TVA-owned coal in the SBR No. 8 Mine Area. TVA will consider divestiture of the property in a separate ROD, likely later in 2025, through subsequent consideration and action by the TVA Board of Directors.
Learn More🏗️Notice of Decision on Childcare Services Expansion at Eglin AFB
On February 26, 2025, the Department of the Air Force (DAF) signed the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Expansion of Childcare Service North of Eglin Test and Training Complex at Eglin AFB, FL Environmental Impact Statement.
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