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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.

Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC is seeking authorization from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to abandon ten gas wells and related infrastructure in Ohio as part of the Southcentral Ohio Well Abandonments Project. Columbia assures that this will not affect the existing storage fields' capacity or service. The public is invited to participate by filing protests, interventions, or comments by March 15, 2021. More information and the necessary forms for participation are available on the FERC website.

Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC has requested permission to abandon an injection/withdrawal well and associated facilities in Guernsey County, Ohio, as part of the Guernsey Well 7908 Abandonment Project. This project is in response to safety regulations and due to the facilities' low performance. The public can engage in the project's review by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments, with a deadline of February 24, 2025. Additional information can be accessed through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's website, where interested persons can also choose to follow updates on the proceeding via eSubscription.

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. has filed a request to increase the maximum allowable operating pressure of its facilities in Garvin County, Oklahoma. They aim to raise the pressure at the meter setting where their system connects with ONEOK Field Services Company from 694 psig to 1480 psig. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) invites the public to participate by filing protests, comments, or motions to intervene by April 19, 2021. Those interested can submit their input electronically or via mail, following the guidelines provided by FERC.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has decided to go ahead with Alternative B, which involves building and running a 500-megawatt gas plant at the New Caledonia Gas Plant site in Mississippi. This project aims to meet increasing electricity demands and integrate renewable energy sources while keeping costs low and ensuring reliable power for their service area. The plan uses existing site infrastructure to minimize environmental impacts and is part of TVA's strategy to reduce carbon emissions in the long term. Although there will be temporary environmental effects during construction, the project will benefit the economy and help incorporate more solar power into the grid.

Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC has submitted a request to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for permission to build a new booster compressor station in Ottawa County, Ohio, as part of its D74 Booster Compressor Project. This project aims to increase the delivery capacity of its pipeline system to better meet customer demands and is projected to cost $16 million. Interested parties have until May 5, 2025, to submit protests, motions to intervene, or comments on this project either electronically or via mail. The FERC's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging with this process.

Texas Eastern Transmission, LP submitted an application on November 22, 2024, requesting approval to replace an electric compressor unit with a gas-driven one at its Entriken Compressor Station in Pennsylvania. The project aims to maintain the cost approved in a previous order from October 2023. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) provides options for the public to engage in the review process, including filing comments, protests, or a motion to intervene by December 30, 2024. FERC emphasizes electronic filing and offers assistance for those who need help navigating the process.