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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has prepared a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Commonwealth LNG Project in response to a court ruling that found FERC did not properly assess the project's cumulative nitrogen dioxide emissions. The draft EIS evaluates these environmental effects, helping FERC reconsider the project. The document is available for public comment until April 7, 2025, and people can submit comments electronically or by mail. Interested individuals can also seek to become official intervenors in the proceedings to engage more directly.

NOW NE005 LLC has applied for a preliminary permit from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to explore the potential of the Champlain Canal-Hudson River-Lock and Dam C1 Hydroelectric Project in New York. This project involves using existing structures like a dam and lock, alongside the construction of new facilities like a powerhouse and a transmission line, to generate hydroelectric power. The public and other interested parties have 60 days from the notice date to comment or file competing applications. FERC encourages submissions via its electronic filing system and offers support for those needing assistance with the process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking the public for feedback on the FERC-725S information collection, which involves Emergency Preparedness and Operations Reliability Standards. They are doing this as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. These standards aim to ensure the reliable operation of the electric system, even during events like system outages or emergencies. Public comments are due by February 26, 2021, and can help improve the way the collection of information is handled.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received several filings regarding accounting and electric rate changes. Among the filings, Entergy Services and others requested a waiver for Distribution Expense Account 593, while PECO Energy and PJM Interconnection submitted compliance updates. Additional filings came from NorthWestern Corporation and UNS Electric, relating to compliance with specific orders. Deadlines for comments on these filings are scheduled for early February 2025. The Commission encourages public participation and provides resources for those interested in engaging with these proceedings.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced an investigation into the rates proposed by Highlander Solar Energy Station 1, LLC to determine if they are unfair or against the law. This inquiry is under section 206 of the Federal Power Act, with the refund effective date being the same as the publication of this notice in the Federal Register. Interested parties who wish to participate must file their intent with the Commission within 21 days from the order's issuance.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced multiple filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refund reports. These involve several companies, including Rockies Express Pipeline LLC and Northern Natural Gas Company, among others. Each filing includes details about negotiated rate agreements or amendments effective January 1, 2025. The public has the opportunity to comment or intervene in these proceedings by the specified dates in January.

Lake Lynn Generation, LLC has been granted an annual license to operate the Lake Lynn Hydroelectric Project until a new license is issued or the project is disposed of according to the Federal Power Act. This annual license is effective from December 1, 2024, through November 30, 2025. If a new license or other action is not completed by November 30, 2025, the license will automatically renew unless the Commission decides otherwise. The current terms and conditions will remain in place during this period.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued an annual license to Idaho Power Company to continue operating the American Falls Hydroelectric Project from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026. This is in accordance with the Federal Power Act (FPA), which allows the project to operate under the terms of its previous license until a new license is granted or another decision is made. If a new license is not issued by February 28, 2026, the annual license will automatically renew, unless the Commission decides otherwise. If the project is not subject to section 15 of the FPA, Idaho Power can keep running the project under the existing license terms until a new license is issued.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company had asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to change a requirement for ramping rates, which involves controlling the flow of water in hydroelectric power projects, for a project at the Battle Creek Hydroelectric Project. After initially seeking to alter this requirement, the company decided to withdraw their request on November 14, 2024. No one opposed this withdrawal, and the Commission accepted it, making the withdrawal effective on November 29, 2024, thus ending the proceedings.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a petition from Ningbo FOTILE Kitchen Ware Co. Ltd. requesting a waiver from the standard test procedure for its specific dishwasher models, SD2F-P1X and SD2F-P1XL. These models are unique because they are integrated into a sink and lack a main detergent compartment, making the standard tests unsuitable. The DOE has issued an Interim Waiver Order, which temporarily allows these dishwashers to be tested using an alternate procedure proposed by FOTILE. DOE is seeking comments from the public until March 10, 2021, to inform their final decision on whether to approve the waiver permanently.