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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) staff will meet with members of the Burns Paiute Tribe to discuss the proposed Hells Canyon Hydroelectric Project. This meeting, occurring on January 28, 2020, will be a teleconference. While the public, certain agencies, and Idaho Power Company can attend the meeting, only tribal representatives and Commission staff are allowed to participate. If sensitive information regarding Native American cultural sites is shared, the public will be excused during those portions. Interested attendees should contact Michael Davis by January 25, 2020, to receive the necessary teleconference details.

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.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a notice that it has received several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refund reports. These filings, which include updates to negotiated rate agreements and annual reports from different companies like UGI Mt. Bethel Pipeline Company and El Paso Natural Gas Company, must be commented on by 5 p.m. Eastern Time on December 9, 2024. The notice encourages interested parties to submit comments or protests and highlights the availability of eFiling for easier submission. Additionally, the Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to help the public understand and engage in the proceedings.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reviewed a proposal from the Santa Clara Valley Water District to lower the water level in the Anderson Reservoir, build a new outlet tunnel, and establish measures downstream. This assessment was part of their environmental review process and aimed to determine the likely environmental impacts. FERC concluded the proposed actions would not significantly affect the environment if certain protective measures are in place. The public can access this supplemental environmental assessment through FERC's website.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) submitted an Interregional Transfer Capability Study (ITC Study) to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) as required by the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023. This study examines the current ability of the power system to transfer electricity between different regions and recommends improvements to ensure grid reliability, especially in the face of extreme weather events and growing energy demand. The study suggests increasing the transfer capacity by 35 gigawatts across various U.S. regions to strengthen reliability. NERC invites public comments on the study, which aims to help policymakers and the electric industry plan for a stable future energy grid.

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) is seeking public comments on a proposed three-year extension of a form related to the disposal of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. This form, known as Form NWPA-830G Appendix G, is used to ensure that generators and owners of nuclear waste pay the required fees into the nuclear waste fund based on their electricity production. Comments on this information collection are due by April 23, 2021. The form helps the Department of Energy gather necessary data for assessing the nation's energy resources and ensuring compliance with federal laws.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published a notice about several filings received from various energy companies, which include requests for market power analysis, tariff amendments, rate filings, and waiver requests. Interested parties can comment on these filings by specific dates in January and February 2025. In addition, stakeholders such as landowners and environmental justice communities can seek assistance from FERC's Office of Public Participation for help with engagement in these proceedings. All filings are accessible through FERC's online eLibrary system.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced a meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, at 10 a.m. in Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public, and the agenda items may be subject to change without further notice. Interested individuals can view public documents and a live webcast through FERC's website. Following the meeting, a press briefing will be available for public viewing in a designated overflow room.

WBI Energy Transmission, Inc. has filed a request for authorization from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to upgrade and operate certain natural gas facilities in Morton County, North Dakota. This project, known as the Minot Expansion Project, aims to increase natural gas capacity to serve Montana-Dakota Utilities Company and ensure the integrity of the system, with an estimated cost of $13 million. The public can participate in the review process by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by April 22, 2025. Detailed instructions for participating, as well as contact information, are provided to assist those interested in being involved.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced its plan to create an environmental assessment (EA) for Transwestern Pipeline Company's WT-0 Compressor Station Project in Chaves County, New Mexico. This project involves building and operating a new compressor station to enhance gas transportation capacity. The EA will be open for public comment for 30 days when issued, and other federal agencies must decide on related authorizations by October 30, 2025. Information about the project and the EA process is available on FERC's website, and the public can access and track procedures through FERC's eSubscription and Office of Public Participation services.