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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced the receipt of several filings regarding requests for accounting and wholesale generator statuses, and various electric rate and tariff amendments. Companies like PacifiCorp, Evelyn Energy Storage LLC, and CPV Shore, LLC are among the applicants involved. The filings detail transfers of ownership, tariff amendments, rate filings, and generator statuses, with deadlines set for public comments. FERC encourages electronic filing and offers support for public engagement through its Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and compliance reports. Companies like Columbia Gas of Virginia, DBM Pipeline, Iroquois Gas Transmission, and MountainWest Pipeline have submitted formal documentation regarding rate adjustments and compliance with regulations. The public is invited to provide their comments by specific dates, with the option to intervene or protest the proceedings if desired. These filings can be accessed online via the FERC's eLibrary system, and additional support is available through the Commission’s Office of Public Participation.

Pacific Gas & Electric Company has requested a temporary change to the water flow requirements at the Drum Spaulding Hydroelectric Project in California. This change is needed to restore parts of the Lower Feeley Lake Dam. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) about this request and intends to release it by April 30, 2025, for public comments. The public can send their comments until March 10, 2025, and the Office of Public Participation is available to assist with any questions or submissions.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and agreements. Key filings include proposals from El Paso Natural Gas Company, TransCameron Pipeline, and Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America, concerning rate agreements set to become effective on April 1, 2025. Interested parties can file protests or interventions by March 26, 2025. Details and filing instructions are available through the Commission's eLibrary system.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a workshop online on April 16, 2021, to discuss the creation of the Office of Public Participation. This office is intended to help the public understand and get involved in the Commission's processes, as directed by Congress. The Commission is looking for nominations for panelists to provide input on various topics such as the office's scope, structure, and participation by different communities. The workshop will be open to the public and accessible to individuals with disabilities.

In a notice dated December 18, 2024, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced an updated schedule for the environmental assessment (EA) required for implementing regulations under the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978. This update follows a decision by the Ninth Circuit Court, which required FERC to prepare an EA evaluating the rule's impact on climate change and air quality. The EA is to be issued by June 30, 2025, with the public comment period concluding by July 30, 2025. FERC encourages electronic submissions and offers resources like eSubscription and the Office of Public Participation to assist the public in engaging with the process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is announcing several electric rate filings made by different companies like PJM Interconnection, Jackson Fuller Energy Storage, LLC, and PacifiCorp, among others. The filings detail changes to service agreements, tariff amendments, and status changes for various energy projects, with specified effective dates mostly in 2024 and 2025. The public is invited to comment on these filings by specific dates and can access detailed information via the Commission's eLibrary system. The document also explains how the Office of Public Participation can assist the public in navigating these processes.

The City of Azusa, California submitted a tariff filing for its 2025 Transmission Revenue Balancing Account Adjustment and Existing Transmission Contract Update, which aims to take effect on January 1, 2025. People who want to comment, protest, or intervene on this filing can do so by following specific procedures outlined by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Details about the procedures, including guidance from FERC's Office of Public Participation, can be accessed through FERC's website, and submissions can be made electronically or via mail. The deadline to file comments, protests, or motions to intervene is March 5, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Scott Peters has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) seeking approval to hold interlocking positions as required under federal law. People who are interested in this matter can file comments, protests, or requests to become part of the proceeding by December 17, 2024. FERC encourages people to file electronically using their website, but mailed submissions are also accepted. The Commission offers resources for public participation and assistance through their Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released an Environmental Assessment (EA) regarding a proposed project exemption surrender. The EA indicates that this action will not significantly impact the environment. Members of the public can view the EA on the FERC website and file comments by April 18, 2025. Electronic filing is recommended, but paper submissions are accepted. The Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to assist with public engagement and inquiries.