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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to electric corporate and rate matters. These include applications and notices concerning changes in status or requests for authorizations under the Federal Power Act. Notable filings involve companies such as R-WS Antelope Valley Gen-Tie, LLC, Birchwood Power Partners, L.P., and Kleen Energy Systems, LLC, among others. Interested parties must submit their comments by the specified deadlines if they wish to intervene or protest these proceedings.

The Department of Energy's Office of Environmental Management is announcing an online virtual meeting for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB), Paducah. This meeting will take place on Thursday, March 18, 2021, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Interested individuals wishing to attend must email the Federal Coordinator, Robert Smith, by March 15, 2021. The meeting will discuss various administrative issues, and while written statements can be submitted before or after, there will be no live public comment opportunities during the meeting.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing a modification to its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-31 Firearms Qualifications Records. This update aims to align with new formatting standards and ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include adding the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Headquarters as a system location, removing certain addresses, updating routine uses, and incorporating cloud-based services for records storage. The modifications also extend the time allowed for filing appeals from 30 to 90 days, complying with privacy laws and practices.

PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. filed a response with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to address questions from a prior order. If anyone wants to protest or join this filing, they must follow specific rules and file their objections by February 12, 2021. The full text of the document is available online, and FERC prefers electronic submissions due to COVID-19 constraints. Nathaniel J. Davis, Sr., the Deputy Secretary, issued this notice on February 3, 2021.

Green Mountain Power Corporation (GMP) has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a subsequent license to continue operating the Glen Hydroelectric Project on the Mascoma River in Grafton County, New Hampshire. The project includes a dam, turbines, and other facilities to generate electricity. GMP plans to keep operating the project in a run-of-river mode, maintain a minimum water flow to protect aquatic life, and develop plans to monitor operations and manage historic properties. FERC is offering the public the opportunity to view the application and participate in the proceedings.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released an environmental assessment (EA) for a project proposed by EcoEléctrica L.P. in Puerto Rico. The project aims to double the capacity of the existing LNG Supply Pipeline from 250 gallons per minute to 500 gallons per minute, in response to increased demand. The EA concludes that approving the project would not significantly impact the environment. Public comments on the EA can be submitted to FERC by May 5, 2025, via several methods outlined by the Commission.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received a new major license application from Virginia Electric and Power Company, doing business as Dominion Energy Virginia, Allegheny Generating Company, and Bath County Energy, LLC, for the Bath County Pumped Storage Project in Virginia. The project entails substantial infrastructure, including reservoirs, dams, a powerhouse, and transmission lines, and generates and consumes a significant amount of energy annually. Dominion proposes to upgrade the turbine-generator units without any other major changes to the project's structure or operations. FERC provides opportunities for public inspection and participation throughout the licensing process, with a procedural schedule provided for necessary actions.

Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting a temporary change to the water level and flow requirements at the Rhodhiss development, part of the Catawba-Wateree Hydroelectric Project. This change, proposed from March 1, 2021, to June 30, 2023, would allow the water level to exceed its normal maximum on weekdays to aid in debris removal and equipment replacement. Comments, motions to intervene, and protests regarding this application are invited from the public, and must be filed within 30 days from the notice's issuance. FERC encourages electronic submissions through their online systems.

Texas Connector Pipeline, LLC has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to amend its Texas Connector Project, initially authorized in 2019. The proposed amendments aim to enhance constructability by modifying the length and layout of pipeline segments and altering the design of compressor stations. FERC intends to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for this project, with a planned completion date of March 21, 2025, followed by a 90-day period for federal authorization decisions. The public can track project developments through FERC's eSubscription service and contact their Office of Public Participation for assistance.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Lakeport Hydroelectric Project in New Hampshire. This assessment reviews the potential environmental impacts of re-licensing the project and concludes that, with protective measures, it should not significantly affect the environment. The public can view or print the EA through FERC's website and has 30 days to file comments electronically or by mail. The Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public with inquiries and filings related to the project.