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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) proposes new rules to enhance the accuracy and transparency of transmission line ratings to better reflect real-time conditions. The proposal includes requiring transmission providers to use ambient-adjusted ratings (AAR) that consider current air temperatures and dynamic line ratings (DLR) for more accurate transfer capabilities. It also suggests that Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and Independent System Operators (ISOs) need systems to frequently update these ratings electronically. The goal is to ensure fairer and more efficient energy pricing while maintaining the safety and reliability of the electrical grid.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has started an investigation to see if the rate schedule for Fowler Ridge IV Wind Farm LLC is fair or lawful. This is under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act. People who want to be involved in the case can file a request, but they need to do so within 21 days. The announcement provides information on how to access the document online and encourages electronic submissions instead of paper.

The Yuba County Water Agency has filed an application for a new major license for the Narrows Hydroelectric Project, located on the Yuba River in California. This existing project includes facilities like a tunnel, penstock, and powerhouse, and the agency is not proposing any changes to these facilities or their operations. The public is encouraged to submit comments, recommendations, terms and conditions, and prescriptions regarding this application within 60 days from the notice's issuance date. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) supports public participation and provides resources for those needing assistance with the process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refunds. Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC requested approval to use a specific accounting method in its 2024 report. Trailblazer Pipeline Company LLC submitted a rate filing for a negotiated rate agreement amendment, and a group including Honeoye Storage Corporation filed a joint petition for a limited waiver. Interested parties can comment on these filings by the specified deadlines and may access more information via the Commission's online library.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is holding an open meeting on February 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Washington, DC. The meeting will be webcast live, and the public can watch it online through the Commission’s website. After the meeting, there will be a press briefing that the public can view remotely at the Commission's headquarters. Any changes to the meeting's agenda can be found by calling the given contact number, and public documents related to the meeting are available online.

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a change to its Radioactive Waste Management Manual and an administrative update to the Radioactive Waste Management order. These changes incorporate DOE's interpretation of what qualifies as high-level radioactive waste (HLW), based on the Atomic Energy Act and the Nuclear Waste Policy Act. The interpretation clarifies that not all reprocessing waste is classified as HLW; instead, it depends on the waste's radiological characteristics and whether it meets specific disposal criteria. The changes aim to ensure the safe management and disposal of DOE's waste and invite public input and reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

The Loan Programs Office of the U.S. Department of Energy is seeking public input on a draft environmental impact statement for the first phase of the Grain Belt Express Transmission Line Project. This project may receive a Federal loan guarantee for its construction and involves various elements, including a high-voltage transmission line connecting Kansas and Missouri. Public comments are open until March 3, 2025, and several public meetings, both in-person and virtual, are scheduled for February 2025. The project might include activities within floodplains, prompting a notice of proposed floodplain action.

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. has filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon three injection/withdrawal wells at its storage fields in Kansas. The proposed abandonment is expected to cost around $150,000 and will not impact current customers. The Commission has opened the project for public comment, allowing individuals to file protests, motions to intervene, and comments by a specified deadline. All necessary submission procedures and contact information for assistance are provided to ensure public participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced new filings regarding natural gas pipeline rates and refunds. These filings are being processed under the docket number RP25-554-000 by WestGas InterState, Inc., with compliance matters set to take effect on August 1, 2025. Interested parties can engage by commenting, intervening, or protesting by February 24, 2025, following the Commission’s rules. Further details are available through the Commission's eLibrary system, with assistance offered for public participation and filing support via their Office of Public Participation.

The Lake Upchurch Dam Preservation Association has filed an application to surrender its exemption for the Raeford Hydroelectric Project, located on Rockfish Creek in North Carolina. The project has not been operational since 2016 due to storm damage. They plan to remove electrical connections and the substation to prevent future power generation but will not make significant changes to the dam or structures. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will prepare an environmental assessment (EA) for this proposal, with completion expected by July 31, 2025, followed by a 30-day period for public comments.