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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 105561
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued an annual license to the City of St. Cloud for operating the St. Cloud Hydroelectric Project No. 4108. This license is effective from December 1, 2024, through November 30, 2025, unless a new license is granted before then. If a new license is not issued by that date, the annual license will automatically renew unless the Commission decides otherwise. The City of St. Cloud will continue to operate under the terms of the previous license until a new decision is made.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission gave St. Cloud permission to keep running their water power project for another year, starting in December 2024. This will keep happening each year until they decide about a new license or make a change.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10044
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received several electric corporate and rate filings. These filings include applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act, notices of tariff amendments, and requests for tariff cancellations from different energy companies like PJM Interconnection, LLC, AEP Texas Inc., and Powervine Energy, LLC. The filing numbers, company names, descriptions, and deadlines for comments are provided in the notice. Interested parties have until the specified comment dates to intervene or protest these proceedings, as per the Commission's regulations.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has a bunch of energy companies saying they want to change the way they do things or stop doing some things. People can write in if they disagree or have questions, but they have to do it by the deadline.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103806
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    Calpine Energy Solutions, LLC has applied to renew its authorization to export electric energy from the U.S. to Mexico under the Federal Power Act. The Department of Energy oversees such exports and is reviewing this application while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Public comments on the application are open until January 21, 2025. The decision will take into account environmental impacts and the potential effects on the U.S. power supply.

    Simple Explanation

    Calpine Energy Solutions wants permission to continue sending electricity from the U.S. to Mexico, and the government is checking if it's okay and safe for people and the environment. People can share their thoughts about this until January 21, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106464
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has renewed an annual license for the Rolfe Canal Hydroelectric Project, which is operated by Briar Hydro Associates. The license is valid from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, or until a new license is given or the project receives a different type of authorization, whichever comes first. If a new license is not issued by November 30, 2025, the current license will be automatically renewed unless the Commission decides otherwise. This process ensures that the project can continue operating smoothly under existing terms while awaiting a decision on a new license.

    Simple Explanation

    The government said that Briar Hydro Associates can keep running their water-powered project for another year while they wait for permission to do it longer or differently. If they don't get new permission by next year, the rule automatically keeps going unless someone says otherwise.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6318
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    Neptune Regional Transmission System and Long Island Power Authority filed a formal complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) against PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. They allege that PJM's cost allocation for regional transmission projects is unfair and unreasonable. Interested parties can intervene or protest by filing electronically or by mail, with a deadline for comments on January 21, 2021, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, public access to FERC's reference room is currently suspended, but documents can be accessed online.

    Simple Explanation

    Neptune Regional Transmission System and Long Island Power Authority told a big group in charge of power lines that the way they are splitting costs is not fair. They want everyone to know they can speak up about it by sending a message online or by mail, before the end of the day on January 21, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96958
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    Presumpscot Hydro LLC and Dichotomy Power Maine LLC have filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a non-capacity amendment of their hydroelectric license. They propose relocating the main transmission line, forming a new connection with a neighboring electric utility, and installing a new transformer, which involves minimal construction. The public is invited to comment, intervene, or protest this proposal by January 2, 2025. The application and related documents can be accessed on FERC's website, and public participation is encouraged through FERC's Office of Public Participation.

    Simple Explanation

    Presumpscot Hydro and Dichotomy Power Maine (now called Relevate Power Maine) want to make some small changes to their energy setup, like moving a big wire and adding a new gadget, without making the plant more powerful. People can say what they think about this plan until January 2, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8708
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The document announces that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received various filings related to electric entities. These filings include applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act, notices of non-material changes in status, and tariff amendments from multiple companies like Constellation Energy Corporation, Vermont Electric Power Company, and others. The filings are made accessible through the Commission's eLibrary system, and the public is invited to intervene or protest by specific comment dates. The Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging with the Commission's processes.

    Simple Explanation

    The document says that some companies who use or make electricity have sent important papers to the government to get permission to change certain things they do. People can read these papers online and say if they think the changes are good or bad, with some help from a special office if they need it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9142
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The notice informs the public about several filings received by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) related to electric corporate actions, exempt wholesale generators, and changes in status for various electric companies. Companies like CPV Shore, LLC, Sun Ridge Solar, LLC, and Portland General Electric Company have submitted applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act or notifications of status changes. Interested parties have the opportunity to intervene, protest, or comment by specific dates using FERC's eLibrary system. Additionally, the Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public with inquiries and filings.

    Simple Explanation

    Some companies want permission to make changes to their electricity businesses, and they've told the government about it. People who care about these changes can say if they think it's a good or bad idea, and the government can help them do that.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9428
    Reading Time:about 21 minutes

    The document is a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) about various filings related to electric corporations and rates. Several joint applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act and notices of change in status by different power companies were submitted, covering various docket numbers. The filings are accessible online through FERC's eLibrary system. The notice encourages public intervention and provides resources and contact information for the Commission's Office of Public Participation to assist with inquiries and filings.

    Simple Explanation

    The big "energy boss" is sharing news about some energy companies asking for permission to change how they do things, and they want everyone to know they can join the conversation and ask questions if they need help.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103803
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    Powerex Corp. has applied to renew its authorization to export electric energy from the United States to Canada for five years. The export must comply with the Federal Power Act and regulations, as well as reliability standards from the North American Electricity Reliability Corporation. Powerex does not own any electricity generation facilities but instead markets power purchased from third-party suppliers. Any comments or motions regarding the application should be submitted by January 21, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    Powerex Corp. wants permission to continue sending electricity from the U.S. to Canada for another five years. They buy this electricity from others to sell it, and people can say what they think about this plan until January 21, 2025.

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