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In a Notice of Inquiry, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking new information and viewpoints from stakeholders regarding the certification of new interstate natural gas transportation facilities. This initiative is an effort to explore potential changes in their policies, especially concerning the necessity of proposed projects, environmental impacts, and the effects on communities, including those focused on environmental justice. FERC is also interested in improving the efficiency of the certification process and invites comments on several related questions, due by April 26, 2021, providing guidance on how stakeholders can submit their opinions.

Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC (FGT) has requested permission from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to abandon a 6-inch-diameter pipeline in Lakeland, Florida. This is needed to ensure it doesn't interfere with road improvements planned by the Florida Department of Transportation. The company plans to start this project in January 2025 and finish by the end of February 2025. The public can get involved by protesting, intervening, or commenting on the project by January 31, 2025.

Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for authorization to abandon a well and related facilities in Holmes County, Ohio, due to underperformance. The public can participate in the review process by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by April 8, 2025. This can be done electronically through FERC's website or by mail. FERC offers resources and support for those interested in engaging with the process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and amendments. These filings include new negotiated rate agreements and compliance amendments for various companies, including Rockies Express Pipeline LLC and Cheyenne Connector, LLC. The comment deadlines vary, with most due by March 19, 2025. Interested parties can find more details on the FERC website and may file interventions or protests by the specified deadline.

ANR Pipeline Company has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon four storage wells and related facilities in Michigan. The public can participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by March 18, 2025. These submissions can help influence the Commission's decision on the project. The full document is available online, and help is provided for those who want to engage in the process.

Moon Lake Electric Association, Inc. has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to give up its license for the Uintah Hydroelectric Project, located in Utah. The project used structures like canals and powerhouses to generate electricity, but now some parts will be removed and others will be kept and transferred to the Ute Indian Tribe. The public can submit comments or file motions regarding this application by March 31, 2025. This notice invites federal, state, local, and Tribal agencies to participate in the environmental review process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has been informed by the Washington State Department of Ecology about a request from Seattle City Light for a Clean Water Act section 401(a)(1) water quality certification. This request, related to a specific project, was received on January 30, 2025. Washington Ecology has until January 30, 2026, to act on this request. If they do not respond by this deadline, their authority to certify is considered waived.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has revised its Continuity of Operations Plan, adding the Director and staff of the Office of Energy Infrastructure Security to the list of those who can take over during an emergency. This update reflects the increasing threats to energy infrastructure and ensures the office plays a key role in emergencies. The rule, effective January 16, 2025, does not have a significant economic impact on small entities and is considered an internal agency procedure.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed the withdrawal of separate “short-cycle” product classes for dishwashers, residential clothes washers, and consumer clothes dryers. The DOE concluded that such features do not justify different energy conservation standards because they can comply with existing standards using current technologies. This decision follows a Fifth Circuit Court's remand, requiring the DOE to explore other alternatives rather than simply revoking these product classes. The DOE's analysis found that current standards do not prevent manufacturers from designing appliances with short-cycle features that meet energy conservation requirements, ensuring consumers retain desired utility.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that it has received several filings related to energy projects and rate changes. These filings include self-certification notices, tariff amendments, compliance submissions, rate filings, and termination filings from various companies such as Cross Trails Energy Storage Project, LLC and Hornshadow Solar, LLC. Interested parties have a deadline to file comments or requests for intervention according to specified dates in April and May 2025. The public is encouraged to participate and can reach out to the Commission's Office of Public Participation for assistance.