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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced its plan to create an environmental assessment (EA) for Transwestern Pipeline Company's WT-0 Compressor Station Project in Chaves County, New Mexico. This project involves building and operating a new compressor station to enhance gas transportation capacity. The EA will be open for public comment for 30 days when issued, and other federal agencies must decide on related authorizations by October 30, 2025. Information about the project and the EA process is available on FERC's website, and the public can access and track procedures through FERC's eSubscription and Office of Public Participation services.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has decided to grant an exemption to Constellation Energy Generation that will allow the Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station to load six specific canisters with spent nuclear fuel starting in May 2025. This exemption lets them use certain equipment despite not meeting some specific requirements normally necessary for this process. The NRC evaluated the environmental impacts and found that approving this exemption will not lead to significant environmental changes, meaning it won't harm the environment or public health. This decision is supported by a "Finding of No Significant Impact" (FONSI), indicating that a more detailed environmental impact statement is unnecessary.

KC Brighton LLC has applied to surrender its license for the Brighton Hydroelectric Project in Maryland because the costs of continuing the project are too high. They plan to remove all power generation equipment but won't make any changes to the dam or water supply. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will prepare an environmental assessment by May 2025 and has invited the public to participate and comment. The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, which owns the dam, has filed a Motion to Intervene.

STS Hydropower, LLC has applied to renew its license for the Dixon Hydroelectric Project on the Rock River in Illinois, a process regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The FERC staff plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA), finding that the project will likely not have a significant impact on the environment. Interested parties will have the chance to review and comment on the EA before a final licensing decision is made. For questions, the public can contact Laura Washington, and for assistance, the Commission's Office of Public Participation is available.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering extending the completion dates for construction permits for the Bellefonte Nuclear Plant in Alabama. The proposed extensions would move the deadlines for completing the two units to October 1, 2021. These changes would not alter the pre-existing environmental impacts since the most disruptive construction work is already completed. The NRC has determined there's no significant impact from extending the permits, so an environmental impact statement is not needed.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Great Falls Hydroelectric Project, located near Paterson, New Jersey. This assessment reviews the potential environmental impacts and concludes that licensing the project with certain protective measures will not significantly harm the environment. Interested parties can view the EA online via FERC's eLibrary, and comments can be electronically filed within 30 days from the notice date. For more information or assistance, individuals can contact FERC Online Support or Chris Millard for further inquiries.

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 (FERC) has reviewed the application for a new license for the Chittenden Falls Hydroelectric Project in New York and prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA). The analysis concluded that, with appropriate environmental protections, the project will not significantly impact the environment. FERC is seeking public comments on the EA within 45 days of this notice, with a preference for electronic submissions via their eFiling system. People can view the EA online and register for updates on this project through FERC's website.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued an environmental assessment and a finding of no significant impact regarding a request from Constellation Energy Generation, LLC. This request seeks an exemption to allow the Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station Units 2 and 3 to load seven canisters for storing spent nuclear fuel starting June 2025, despite not meeting certain compliance requirements. The proposed action includes using specific equipment during loading and transportation, and NRC found that this exemption would not significantly affect the environment. Consequently, there is no need for an environmental impact statement.

Boyne USA, Inc. has applied to continue operating a 250-kilowatt hydroelectric project on the Boyne River in Michigan. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is preparing to issue an Environmental Assessment (EA) to evaluate the project's potential impact on the environment. FERC does not expect the project to significantly affect the quality of the human environment. The EA will be shared for review, and public comments will be considered in the final licensing decision.