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The Department of Energy (DOE) has decided to withdraw previously proposed energy conservation rules for residential furnaces and commercial water heaters. This decision follows a final interpretive rule stating that non-condensing technology is a key performance feature under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), which should not be eliminated. The withdrawal is in response to a petition from several gas industry associations, who argued the proposed rules would make non-condensing products unavailable. Consequently, the DOE is reconsidering its approach in line with the new interpretation.

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.

Pacific Gas & Electric has applied for a temporary change in water flow from the Haas-Kings Hydroelectric Project in California, specifically to stop supplemental water releases into Dinkey Creek for a period in early 2025. This is necessary to replace and test a turbine shut-off valve, which requires dewatering parts of the system. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) examined the environmental impact of this change and concluded it wouldn't significantly affect the environment. The detailed Environmental Assessment (EA) is available on the FERC website, and public inquiries can be directed to the Commission's Office of Public Participation.

The document is a notice about various electric rate and securities filings received by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Several energy companies, such as Footprint Power Salem Harbor Development LP, CPV Fairview, LLC, and Southwest Power Pool, Inc., among others, have submitted different types of filings. These filings pertain to changes in status, adjustments of rates under specific sections of federal regulations, or securities issuance authorizations. The public is allowed to comment or intervene in these proceedings by a set deadline, and the filings can be accessed through the Commission's eLibrary system.

The Big Wood Canal Company intended to renew its license for the Magic Dam Hydroelectric Project but missed the application deadline. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is now open to receiving license applications from other potential applicants due to this delay. However, FERC is making exceptions to allow the Big Wood Canal Company to still file an application because they completed the necessary pre-filing requirements. Interested applicants have 90 days from this notice to express their intent to apply and have up to 18 months to submit their applications, while complying with the relevant regulations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received various filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refund reports. Key filings include applications for abandonment by Greylock Pipeline, LLC and Oak Midstream, LLC, a rate filing by Public Service Company of Colorado, a compliance filing by Millennium Pipeline Company, and negotiated and amended rate filings by Gulf Shore Energy Partners, LP and Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. Individuals interested in these proceedings have until the listed comment dates to intervene, protest, or comment according to the Commission's protocols. The filings are accessible through the Commission's eLibrary system, and the Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in navigating these processes.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announced that it received an initial rate filing from MPH Elwood, LLC, seeking market-based rate authorization and waivers. The application is to be effective starting April 16, 2025, and was filed on February 14, 2025. Interested parties have until 5 p.m. ET on March 7, 2025, to file interventions, protests, or responses in accordance with the Commission's regulations. The Commission encourages the use of eFiling and offers resources for public participation and inquiries.

The City of Colton, California, has submitted a tariff filing that will update their TRBAA and ETC to be effective from January 1, 2025. People interested in protesting or intervening in this filing must follow specific procedures outlined by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These include submitting motions or notices electronically by December 27, 2024, if possible. FERC provides support for accessing documents online and encourages electronic submissions to streamline the process.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that a hydroelectric application from Missisquoi, LLC for the Sheldon Springs Hydroelectric Project in Vermont is ready for environmental analysis. This proposal involves a new major license to continue operating its hydroelectric facilities on the Missisquoi River. The company plans to make changes such as reducing its project boundary by over 39 acres and decommissioning parts of its existing infrastructure. Public comments and motions to intervene must be submitted within 60 days of this notice, and the company is required to provide additional information such as water quality certifications.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced receptions of several filings regarding natural gas pipeline rates and refunds. These include proposed rate changes and agreement updates by companies like Guardian Pipeline, Alliance Pipeline, and El Paso Natural Gas Company, each with specific docket numbers and filing dates. Interested parties must submit any protest, intervention, or responses by the deadlines mentioned in order to participate in the proceedings. The filings are accessible through FERC's eLibrary system, and public assistance is available for engagement in these processes.