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Midwest Hydro, LLC submitted an application to renew their license for operating the 1.10-megawatt Rockton Hydroelectric Project on the Rock River in Illinois. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) staff plans to create an Environmental Assessment (EA) to evaluate the project's environmental impact. The public can review and comment on the EA, and these comments will be considered before the final licensing decision is made. For questions or assistance with the process, the public can contact the Commission's Office of Public Participation.

Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for authorization to construct a short pipeline extension in Hillsborough County, Florida. This project aims to reallocate gas delivery capacity without changing the mainline capacity and is estimated to cost $10.9 million. The public can participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by March 4, 2025. Detailed information and assistance for participation are available through FERC's website and contact centers.

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. has requested an extension from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to complete a project in Kansas, originally set to be finished by February 28, 2025, now aiming for August 29, 2025. This extension is needed because the Kansas Corporation Commission has not yet made a decision on whether to approve the sale tied to the project. The public can comment on this request until March 12, 2025, through the Commission's electronic filing system or by mail. The Commission will engage with any significant disputes about this extension within 45 days, but will not revisit any foundational decisions regarding the project's authorization.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refund reports. These filings involve companies like Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, Equitrans, Rover Pipeline, and Gulf South Pipeline, and pertain to rate schedules and negotiated rate agreements. Interested parties can access details of these filings through FERC's eLibrary and must submit any interventions or protests by the specified deadline. The Commission encourages electronic filing for such submissions.

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.

Gulf South Pipeline Company has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for approval to upgrade a pipeline and build a new compressor station in Louisiana. This project aims to enhance energy capacity and reliability in the region. FERC plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment and invites public comments on the project. Information and updates about the process can be accessed through FERC's online services and support staff.

The Department of Energy's Office of Environmental Management announced a virtual meeting of the Environmental Management Advisory Board (EMAB) scheduled for March 24, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET. This meeting is open to the public and will be conducted online via Zoom. Members of the public wishing to attend or submit comments must contact Alyssa Harris by March 17, 2021. The meeting will include updates from leadership, voting on recommendations, and discussions on various environmental management topics.

Lake Lynn Generation, LLC submitted a request for water quality certification to the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WV DEP) on February 17, 2025. The WV DEP accepted the application as complete on March 13, 2025. According to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's regulations, WV DEP has until March 13, 2026, to act on this request. If WV DEP does not respond by this deadline, their authority to certify the water quality request will be considered waived under the Clean Water Act.

The Department of Energy is announcing an open meeting for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board in Paducah, Kentucky. The meeting will take place on May 15, 2025, both in person and online, and will focus on environmental cleanup and management issues. The meeting is open to public participation, and people can share their comments during a designated period. Minutes from the meeting will be available online for those interested.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has started an investigation to find out if the rate schedule of West Deptford Energy, LLC is unfair or discriminatory under the Federal Power Act. This inquiry is documented in Docket No. EL25-47-000, and anyone interested in participating must request to intervene within 21 days from the order's issuance. The refund effective date is set for when this notice is published in the Federal Register. Additionally, the public can view the full document online through FERC's website, and they are encouraged to submit comments or interventions electronically.