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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15233
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The document is a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding recent filings for electric corporate transactions, exempt wholesale generator status, complaints, compliance, and electric rate filings. Companies like Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp., LWP Lessee LLC, Silicon Ranch Corporation, and others submitted applications or notifications on various filings related to their operations. The notice includes details about the filing dates, deadlines for public comments, and instructions for those who wish to participate in the proceedings. Public participation is encouraged through the Office of Public Participation, and further guidance is available on filing requirements and intervention processes.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is letting everyone know about some new plans from energy companies. They are special updates, and people can tell the government what they think before they decide anything.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99244
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted a hydroelectric application from Midwest Hydro, LLC, for the Rockton Hydroelectric Project located on the Rock River in Winnebago County, Illinois. The project, which currently operates in a run-of-river mode and generates approximately 5,076 megawatt-hours annually, does not propose any new construction but includes modifications to the project's boundary. Interested parties have 60 days from the notice issuance date to submit motions to intervene, protests, comments, recommendations, and fishway prescriptions, with reply comments due within 105 days. The Commission emphasizes electronic filing through its eFiling system and offers assistance through its Office of Public Participation.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is looking at a plan from Midwest Hydro to change the area they use for making electricity from a river without adding new buildings. People can share their thoughts or ask questions about this for a couple of months.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10892
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced the receipt of several filings related to electric corporate, exempt wholesale generator, electric rate, and electric securities. For instance, Gibson Solar, LLC and Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC submitted a joint application under the Federal Power Act for certain authorizations, while various companies like PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. filed rate adjustments and agreements. Public comments on these filings are due by specific dates, with many due by March 14 or March 17, 2025. FERC encourages public participation and provides resources for those wishing to intervene or submit comments.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got some papers from different companies asking for permission to do stuff with electricity, and they want people to say what they think about it by mid-March 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11537
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings regarding wholesale generator status and electric rates. These include self-certifications of exempt wholesale generator status by multiple renewable energy companies, such as Monarch Creek Wind LLC and Eldorado Solar Project II, LLC. Additionally, there are multiple electric rate filings for tariff amendments, requests for tariff waivers, and interconnection agreements from various companies like Southern California Edison, Duke Energy, and PJM Interconnection. Interested parties can file responses to these submissions by specified deadlines.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a bunch of important papers from different energy companies who want to do things like make electricity from the wind or sun. They want to change some rules and plans about how electricity gets to people, and now everyone is allowed to say what they think about these plans.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 8333
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    In a proclamation by President Donald J. Trump, he declared that the situation at the U.S. southern border is an "invasion" under the U.S. Constitution. As a response, he has ordered the temporary suspension of entry for certain aliens who cross the southern border, due to concerns over public health, safety, and national security. The proclamation cites the President's authority under the Immigration and Nationality Act and the Constitution to deny entry and impose restrictions on individuals who do not meet specific criteria. This action aims to address the challenges posed by the influx of illegal aliens and protect the interests of the United States.

    Simple Explanation

    President Trump made a special announcement saying that people arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border are like an β€œinvasion,” and he wants to stop some of them from coming into the country to keep everyone safe and healthy. He’s using his special powers to put these rules in place, but there are some tricky parts about what exactly this all means and how it will work.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 8133
    Reading Time:about 36 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has updated its regulations under the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978. This final rule expands the definition of qualifying cogeneration facilities to include fuel cell systems that use waste heat in a process to produce hydrogen, covering systems beyond just solid oxide fuel cells. The aim is to recognize technological advancements and promote efficient energy generation using fuel cells with integrated steam hydrocarbon reformation processes. This change encourages more efficient energy production and supports the evolving energy landscape while complying with existing environmental and energy conservation laws.

    Simple Explanation

    The government made new rules to say that special clean energy machines, like some fuel cells, can now be used in more ways. These rules help use energy better and help the planet, but it might be tricky to understand who gets to use these new machines.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102874
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    The Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing changes to its existing Privacy Act System of Records, known as DOE-28 General Training Records. This update aims to meet new formatting guidelines from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and enhance the protection of personal information. The proposal includes removing certain office locations, updating and adding new ones, and altering how such systems operate, especially with the implementation of cloud storage. Additionally, several routine uses of personal information are being revised or newly introduced to ensure better management of data and assist in responses to potential data breaches.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Energy wants to change how it keeps track of its training information to make sure it's following the latest rules and keeps everything safe and clear. They're planning to update where and how they store this information, including using cloud storage, and make sure they handle personal details more carefully.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10260
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    Mercuria Commodities Canada Corporation (MCCC) has applied for permission to transmit electric energy from the United States to Canada, as per the Federal Power Act. MCCC, a subsidiary of Mercuria Energy Group Holding S.A., guarantees that its electricity exports will not affect U.S. supply or operations since they will involve surplus energy purchased from other suppliers. The Department of Energy (DOE) is inviting the public to submit comments, protests, or motions to intervene regarding this application by March 22, 2021. A final decision will occur after evaluating the environmental and supply impacts of this proposal.

    Simple Explanation

    Mercuria Commodities Canada wants to send extra electricity from the U.S. to Canada, and they promise it won't mess up power in the U.S. People can say if they think it's okay or not until the end of March 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11308
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced it received several filings regarding exempt wholesale generator status and electric rate filings. Companies like Cottonwood Bayou Storage, Knox County Wind Farm, and Carousel Wind submitted self-certifications for exempt wholesale generator status. Several organizations, including PJM Interconnection and AEP Texas, filed amendments and requests related to electric rates and interconnection agreements. Community members and stakeholders can view these filings and submit comments by the specified deadlines to participate in the proceedings.

    Simple Explanation

    The government received papers from energy companies like wind farms asking for special permissions to sell electricity. Some people might worry because these papers were received quickly and need action, and there's a confusing mistake about a future date.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 14129
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The document is a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, part of the Department of Energy, about various filings related to electric corporations and their regulatory requests. These include applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act by several companies, as well as notices of self-certification of exempt wholesale generator status. The notice also details various electric rate filings and applications for transmission service orders. The document informs the public how to access these filings online and provides guidance on how to intervene, protest, or respond within the given deadlines. The Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging and participating in these proceedings.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has a big list of things that different electric companies want to do, like changing how they sell electricity. They are also asking people to say what they think about these changes, and the helpers at the government office are there to assist anyone who needs help to join the conversation.