The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing an application for a new license to continue operating the Byllesby-Buck Hydroelectric Project in Virginia, as part of the National Environmental Policy Act. An Environmental Assessment report indicates that the project, with environmental safeguards, would not significantly impact the environment. FERC invites the public to access and comment on the assessment through its website, with a comment period open for 45 days. Public participation is encouraged, and assistance is available from FERC's Office of Public Participation.
Simple Explanation
The government is checking to make sure a power project in Virginia isn't hurting the environment and is asking people to share their thoughts online about it. They want everyone to have a say but using the internet to do this might be tricky for some people.