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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11277
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced a technical conference on resource adequacy in the evolving electricity sector. This event will take place remotely on March 23 and 24, 2021, and is open to the public at no cost. The agenda will be available on FERC's website, and the conference will be transcribed with transcripts available for purchase. Contact information for accessibility accommodations and further details is provided in the notice.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to talk about making sure we have enough electricity for everyone in the future. They're having a big online meeting for this, and anyone can watch it for free!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10948
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    This notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission lists various filings related to natural gas pipeline rate changes and refund reports. Several companies, such as NorthWestern Corporation, Rockies Express Pipeline LLC, and TransCameron Pipeline, LLC, have submitted filings with details like rate amendments, compliance reports, and filing dates. Public comments or protests on these filings must be submitted by the specified deadlines. The document also provides guidance on how to access further details online and outlines the process for protesting or intervening in these proceedings.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received some updates from different energy companies about changes in how they charge for using natural gas pipelines. People can tell the commission what they think about these changes, but they need to do it before a certain date.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11764
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a workshop online on April 16, 2021, to discuss the creation of the Office of Public Participation. This office is intended to help the public understand and get involved in the Commission's processes, as directed by Congress. The Commission is looking for nominations for panelists to provide input on various topics such as the office's scope, structure, and participation by different communities. The workshop will be open to the public and accessible to individuals with disabilities.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission wants to make it easier for people to join in on their work, so they're having a big online meeting in April to talk about ideas for a new office that can help with this. They want people to suggest who should join the talk, and everyone can watch, even if they need special help to see or hear it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15233
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The document is a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding recent filings for electric corporate transactions, exempt wholesale generator status, complaints, compliance, and electric rate filings. Companies like Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp., LWP Lessee LLC, Silicon Ranch Corporation, and others submitted applications or notifications on various filings related to their operations. The notice includes details about the filing dates, deadlines for public comments, and instructions for those who wish to participate in the proceedings. Public participation is encouraged through the Office of Public Participation, and further guidance is available on filing requirements and intervention processes.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is letting everyone know about some new plans from energy companies. They are special updates, and people can tell the government what they think before they decide anything.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 3874
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    The Department of Energy (DOE) has received a petition from Mr. Ken Kay, requesting the DOE to create rules that would allow states to work collaboratively with the DOE on developing new nuclear technologies, including small nuclear reactors. The petition also seeks to establish programs where states can create nuclear and non-nuclear labs on existing or previous nuclear facility sites. DOE is inviting public comments on this petition until April 15, 2021, to decide whether to move forward with rulemaking. Interested parties can submit their comments through various methods, including an eRulemaking portal, email, or postal mail.

    Simple Explanation

    The government received a request from a man named Ken asking to let states and the government work together to create new nuclear machines, like tiny power plants, and build new workspaces for this. They're asking people to share their thoughts on this idea by April 15, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10260
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    Ontario Power Generation Inc. (OPG) has applied to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for permission to transmit electricity from the United States to Canada for ten years. The DOE will review the application to ensure it won't negatively affect the U.S. electricity supply and evaluate its environmental impacts. Public comments or motions to intervene regarding the application are due by March 22, 2021. The application can be accessed on the DOE website, and further inquiries can be directed to Matt Aronoff at DOE.

    Simple Explanation

    Ontario Power Generation wants permission to send electricity from the U.S. to Canada for ten years, and the U.S. government is checking to make sure it won't cause any problems. People can say if they think it's a good or bad idea until March 22, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11536
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced the receipt of several filings related to accounting and electric rate cases. These include revised accounting entries by PacifiCorp, compliance filings by PJM Interconnection, L.L.C., and various rate filings and amendments for several power companies such as Eldorado Solar Project II, Southwest Power Pool, and others. Interested parties have until specific dates in March 2025 to comment on these filings. The filings can be accessed through the Commission's eLibrary system, and additional assistance can be obtained from the Commission's Office of Public Participation.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is looking at some changes and reports from different electric companies to make sure everything is running right. They want people to say what they think by the end of March, but some parts are a little hard to understand, like made-up words and really far-away dates.