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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is preparing an environmental report to assess the impact of the proposed Cedar Vale Compressor Station Project in Osage County, Oklahoma, by Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. This notice marks the start of a public scoping process, inviting comments to identify important environmental concerns, which will guide the analysis in the environmental document. The project will increase natural gas delivery capacity and involves constructing a new compressor station. Landowners might be approached for easements, though they are not required to agree, and compensation disputes, if any, would be handled in court. Public comments on the scope of the environmental impacts are due by February 6, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received several filings related to electric rate changes and cancellations from various companies, including Community Wind North, Southwest Power Pool, and PJM Interconnection. These documents involve tariff cancellations and initial or amendment rate filings, with effective dates ranging from January 1, 2021, to April 1, 2021. Comments on these filings were due by February 19, 2021. Interested parties were instructed to follow FERC's regulations and guidelines for interventions or protests to become a part of the proceedings. Information on these filings can be accessed through FERC's eLibrary system.

Black Canyon Hydrokinetic 1, LLC has submitted a notice of intent to build a hydropower facility on the Emmett Irrigation District North Side Main Canal in Idaho. The project will use turbines to generate up to 75 kilowatts of electricity and is expected to produce about 281 megawatt-hours each year. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has made a preliminary determination that the project is a qualifying conduit hydropower facility, which means it doesn't need a license. Comments and motions to challenge this determination must be submitted within 30 days of this notice's release on December 3, 2024.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) shared a notice about off-the-record communications. These are communications that are typically not part of official proceedings. Some off-the-record communications are prohibited, meaning they are not considered in Commission decisions unless fairness demands it. Other communications are exempt and do become part of the official record. The notice also lists recent off-the-record communications that have been received, providing guidance on how to access these documents through FERC's website.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced several filings regarding natural gas pipeline rates and refunds. These filings include requests for tariff changes, rate adjustments, and compliance reports submitted by different gas companies, such as The East Ohio Gas Company, Southern Natural Gas Company, and Texas Eastern Transmission, LP, among others. Each filing has specific docket numbers, and comments or protests must be submitted by given deadlines. The details of these filings can be accessed through FERC's eLibrary system.

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.

CW Bill Young Hydropower Group, Inc. has submitted a notice of intent to apply for a license to develop a hydropower project at the C.W. Bill Young Lock and Dam on the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania. They have also been approved to use the Traditional Licensing Process by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). As part of the process, consultations have begun with various agencies under environmental and historic preservation laws. The public is encouraged to engage with the proceedings, with support available from FERC's Office of Public Participation.

Southern California Edison Company is transferring its licenses for the Santa Ana River 1 & 3 Hydroelectric Project and the Mill Creek Hydroelectric Project to the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District. These projects are located in San Bernardino County, California, on federal land within the San Bernardino National Forest. The transfer requires approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and the public is invited to submit comments or protests about this transfer within 30 days of the notice's issue date. Contact information for both applicants and FERC is provided for those who wish to engage in the process.

Western Area Power Administration has submitted a tariff filing on December 6, 2024, regarding the Open Access Transmission Tariff, set to take effect on February 4, 2025. Those who wish to intervene or protest this filing must do so by February 21, 2025, following the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. The full document is accessible online through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) website, and electronic submissions are encouraged. Assistance is available through FERC’s online support or Public Reference Room.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has started an investigation to see if the proposed changes by Startrans IO, L.L.C. to reduce its transmission revenue requirements and update its transmission owner tariff are unfair or illegal. This was announced in an order issued on December 30, 2020, under section 206 of the Federal Power Act. The effective date for any refunds related to this case will be the date this notice is published in the Federal Register. Anyone interested in participating in this case should file a notice or motion to intervene with FERC within 21 days from when the order was issued.