Dominion Energy South Carolina applied for a new license for the Stevens Creek Hydroelectric Project. Some groups, like Augusta-Richmond County, wanted more studies on the project, but the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) staff said no further studies were needed. Augusta-Richmond County requested a rehearing on this decision, but the request was dismissed because the staff's response was not a final decision. Once a final order is made about the license, they can ask for a rehearing if needed.
Simple Explanation
Dominion Energy wants to keep using water to make electricity at a place called Stevens Creek. Some people wanted more tests to make sure it was okay, but the team in charge said no more tests were needed. A group didn't like this answer and asked again, but they were told to wait for a final decision first.