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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12726
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a public meeting on March 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Washington, DC. This meeting, which is open to the public, will be followed by a press briefing that the public can view remotely. A free webcast of the event is available on the Commission's website, and additional information can be obtained by contacting the Commission's Secretary, Debbie-Anne A. Reese. The agenda items may be changed without notice, and further details on the agenda can be accessed online.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is having a meeting in Washington, DC, on March 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., where people can watch online too. However, the meeting's list of topics could change last minute, and it's not clear if everything needed to understand the meeting will be easy to find or if help is available for those who might need it to watch or listen.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 75
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    The Department of Energy (DOE) approved a waiver for Senneca Holdings allowing them to use a different test procedure for specific models of walk-in cooler and freezer doors to better measure energy use. This decision was made because the current DOE test procedure was found to inaccurately represent the actual energy consumption of Senneca's door models. The alternate test procedure requires using a higher power-off time percentage for door motors in these models. This waiver is effective from January 4, 2021, and will remain in place until any future changes to the DOE test procedures address the issues presented.

    Simple Explanation

    The government told a company called Senneca Holdings that they can use a special rule to check how much energy their big fridge doors use because the usual way wasn't working for them. This new rule will help them measure energy better until the government changes the usual way to do it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16520
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    Russell G. Brown filed an application on April 11, 2025, seeking permission to hold interlocking positions, which is required under section 305(b) of the Federal Power Act. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that anyone interested in protesting or intervening in this filing needs to follow specific rules and must submit their input by May 2, 2025. Electronic submissions are encouraged, though paper submissions are also accepted under certain conditions. Additionally, the Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public with accessing information and navigating FERC's processes.

    Simple Explanation

    Russell wants permission to have certain jobs at the same time that deal with electricity, and he asked for it on April 11, 2025. People who want to say something about this have until May 2, 2025, to send their thoughts to the special group in charge, and they can do this by computer or on paper.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6318
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a technical conference on February 24, 2021, to discuss the Electric Quarterly Report (EQR) requirements. This conference aims to create a platform for staff, those filing the reports, and data users to talk about potential changes to EQR data fields. It will be the first in a series of meetings reviewing the EQR requirements. Updates about the conferences will be available in Docket No. AD21-8-000, and notifications can be subscribed to through the Commission's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is going to have a meeting to talk about how they collect energy reports. They want to see if they need to change anything in the way they get or use the information, but they're not saying exactly what yet.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8195
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted a new major license application for the Rio Hydroelectric Project located on the Mongaup River in New York. Interested parties can submit motions to intervene, protests, and comments within 60 days from the notice's publication date. The Eagle Creek companies have applied for a license to continue operating this energy project, which includes various structures like reservoirs, spillways, and powerhouses. The project generates around 24,859 megawatt-hours of electricity annually. Anyone can view the application online and participate by submitting their comments or interventions according to the Commission's guidelines.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is looking at a plan from some companies that make electricity from river water. People can say what they think about this plan or ask questions for the next two months.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1476
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking the public for comments on the information collection called FERC-545, which relates to changes in gas pipeline rates. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the comments are due by March 10, 2025. The purpose of this collection is to ensure that the rate changes are fair, reasonable, and comply with the Natural Gas Act. Those interested can submit their feedback through the FERC website or by mail.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) wants people to say what they think about some paperwork that helps keep gas pipeline prices fair. They're asking people to give their thoughts by March 2025.

  • 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:90 FR 7692
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing the environmental impacts of the proposed expansion of Rover Pipeline LLC's facilities in Pennsylvania. This includes adding new equipment to the Bulger Compressor Station and expanding the Harmon Creek Meter Station to increase natural gas delivery capacity. FERC is extending the public comment period to gather input on the project’s potential environmental effects. They invite comments on suggested alternatives and measures to minimize environmental impacts by February 13, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is looking at how building bigger parts for a gas pipe in Pennsylvania might affect the environment. They want people to share their thoughts about it by February 13, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10561
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Department of Energy is announcing an open meeting of the DOE/NSF Nuclear Science Advisory Committee (NSAC). This meeting will be held online via Zoom on March 18, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (EST). The meeting serves to provide advice and guidance on nuclear science research priorities. The public can participate in this meeting, and those interested should visit the specified website for details on how to join. Public comments can also be submitted in writing, and provisions will be available for oral statements if requested in advance.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having an online meeting to talk about important science projects, and anyone can watch or give their thoughts by writing in or talking, but the rules for talking aren't very clear.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2664
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Department of Energy announced that it is ending three Federal Advisory Committees. These are the Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee, the Methane Hydrate Advisory Committee, and the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technical Advisory Committee. The termination is effective from January 7, 2021, and is carried out under the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the Government in the Sunshine Act.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Energy decided to stop three groups that helped them with advice about using different types of energy, like plants for fuel, cold methane gas, and hydrogen. This decision took place in January 2021.