Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc. (formerly Dominion Energy Transmission) has requested an extension from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to continue work on its Bridgeport Storage Field project in West Virginia. Originally scheduled for completion by February 22, 2021, the company now seeks an extension until August 22, 2021, due to delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and weather challenges. The Commission has opened a 15-day period for comments and interventions regarding this request. The Commission typically handles these requests directly, especially when there is contestation, and aims to respond within 45 days if disputes arise.
Simple Explanation
Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage wants more time to finish a big storage project in West Virginia because they've been slowed down by COVID-19 and bad weather. They asked for extra time until August 2021, and people have 15 days to say what they think about this request.