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The Beaver Falls Municipal Authority submitted an application on August 1, 2022, to relicense the 5-megawatt Townsend Water Power Project located on the Beaver River, Pennsylvania. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for this project since it likely does not have significant environmental effects. Public comments will be considered for the final licensing decision. For assistance, individuals can reach out to the Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has started an investigation to find out if the rate schedule of West Deptford Energy, LLC is unfair or discriminatory under the Federal Power Act. This inquiry is documented in Docket No. EL25-47-000, and anyone interested in participating must request to intervene within 21 days from the order's issuance. The refund effective date is set for when this notice is published in the Federal Register. Additionally, the public can view the full document online through FERC's website, and they are encouraged to submit comments or interventions electronically.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released a final rule to update its filing fees based on costs from Fiscal Year 2020. This update revises the fees FERC charges for various services and is effective as of March 29, 2021. The changes aim to ensure that fees reflect FERC's current expenses and have been verified as not being a major rule according to regulatory standards. The new fees will be communicated to Congress and are detailed in amendments to part 381 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing the environmental impacts of the proposed expansion of Rover Pipeline LLC's facilities in Pennsylvania. This includes adding new equipment to the Bulger Compressor Station and expanding the Harmon Creek Meter Station to increase natural gas delivery capacity. FERC is extending the public comment period to gather input on the project’s potential environmental effects. They invite comments on suggested alternatives and measures to minimize environmental impacts by February 13, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is holding a technical conference on March 27, 2025, to help Ashuelot River Hydro, Inc. understand a request for more information related to the Minnewawa Hydroelectric Project. The meeting will happen over the phone at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Topics include Ashuelot's response to requests about the project's safety and stability. Anyone interested needs to contact Justin R. Robbins by March 24, 2025, to join the meeting.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a meeting on April 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 2C, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public and will be webcast live on the Commission’s website. Following the meeting, a press briefing will take place, viewable in person or online, though it won't be broadcasted on television. For inquiries, individuals can contact Debbie-Anne A. Reese at (202) 502-8400 or use the Commission’s website for more information.

Craig-Hayden PS, LLC has announced their intent to apply for a license to build the Craig-Hayden Pumped Storage Project in Moffat County, Colorado. This process uses the Traditional Licensing Process approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The project involves consulting with several agencies to ensure compliance with environmental and historical preservation laws. Interested individuals can view project documents on the FERC website and seek assistance from the Office of Public Participation for inquiries and public participation.

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.

Spencer Mountain Hydropower, LLC has applied to renew the license for its hydroelectric project on the South Fork Catawba River in North Carolina. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is preparing an Environmental Assessment (EA) to assess the impact of relicensing the project and has indicated that it does not anticipate substantial negative effects on the environment. The EA will be shared for public comments, which will be considered in the final decision. The public can seek assistance from FERC's Office of Public Participation with inquiries or to file comments.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announced that in December 2020, certain entities achieved the status of Exempt Wholesale Generators or Foreign Utility Companies. This change became effective following the Commission's regulations in 18 CFR 366.7(a). The notice was issued by Kimberly D. Bose, the Secretary, and published on January 22, 2021.