⚡Combined Notice of Filings #2
The Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a Combined Notice of Filings detailing various filings by exempt wholesale generators and electric rate changes. This includes updates on market power analyses and self-certifications necessary for compliance within the energy sector, with specified comment dates for industry stakeholders.
Learn More⚡Notice of Effectiveness of Exempt Wholesale Generator Status
The Department of Energy has announced the effective status of numerous entities as Exempt Wholesale Generators under federal regulations. This designation allows these entities to participate in energy markets more freely, likely leading to increased investments and operations in renewable energy generation and storage sectors.
Learn More⚡Application Accepted for PacifiCorp Hydroelectric License Extension
The Department of Energy announced the acceptance of an application from PacifiCorp for an extension of the Pioneer Hydroelectric Project license. The request is under review by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and aims to manage the transition to a conduit exemption while keeping the project operational during the process. Comments and motions to intervene are solicited from the public.
Learn More🌊Notice for Scoping Comments on Hydro Projects by Northern States Power
The Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is soliciting scoping comments for hydroelectric applications from Northern States Power Company. The notice details project specifics, filing procedures, and encourages public engagement to inform potential environmental assessments related to the Hayward and Trego projects.
Learn More💧Notice of Application for Hydroelectric Project Licensing in RI
The Department of Energy's notice details the application for the Elizabeth Webbing Falls Hydroelectric Project, filed by One Drop Hydro, LLC. It outlines procedural steps, deadlines for study requests, and compliance requirements for environmental impact assessments, inviting stakeholder participation in the licensing process.
Learn More🌱Public Hearing Announcement for Renewable Fuel Standards 2026-2027
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing a virtual public hearing to be held on July 8, 2025, on its proposal for the "Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: Standards for 2026 and 2027, Partial Waiver of 2025 Cellulosic Biofuel Volume Requirement, and Other Changes," which was announced on June 13, 2025. An additional session will be held on July 9, 2025, if necessary, to accommodate the number of testifiers that sign-up to testify.
Learn More⚡Centre Lane Trading Ltd. Energy Export Renewal Application Notice
Centre Lane Trading Ltd. (the Applicant or Centre Lane) has applied for renewal of authorization to transmit electric energy from the United States to Canada pursuant to the Federal Power Act.
Learn More⚓New Temporary Safety Zones for Sunrise Wind Farm Construction
The Coast Guard is establishing 85 temporary safety zones around the construction of individual wind energy facilities during the development of the Sunrise Wind Farm project area. The project area lies within Federal waters on the Outer Continental Shelf, specifically in the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Renewable Energy Lease Area OCS-A 0487, approximately 16 nautical miles south of Martha's Vineyard, MA. This action protects life, property, and the environment during construction of each facility. When a safety zone is being enforced, only attending vessels and vessels with authorization are permitted to enter or remain in the safety zone.
Learn More🌊Amendments to Rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is amending its regulations that implement the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) to revise language reading "Gulf of Mexico" or the associated acronym "GOM" to read "Gulf of America" or the associated acronym "GOA." Executive Order 14172 directs agencies to make this change. This final rule ensures that these regulations comply with this order.
Learn More⚡Business Implications from Combined Notice of Filings by the DOE
The notice from the Department of Energy outlines various electric corporate filings, including applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act and rate filings. It highlights the importance of regulatory compliance and the potential market impacts of these filings on energy businesses. The Commission encourages public participation and transparency in these proceedings.
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