Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Approves Rate Agreement for Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a delegated order approving a negotiated rate agreement between Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC and Citadel Energy Marketing LLC. The order, issued on July 21, 2025, accepts the filing of tariff records reflecting the agreement, effective July 1, 2025. The Commission granted a waiver of the 30-day notice requirement, citing the absence of protests or adverse comments. This approval does not constitute a waiver of the Natural Gas Act requirements or an approval of the rate or service contained in the applicant's tariff. The order allows for a 30-day period for rehearing by the Commission.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a negotiated rate agreement between Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC and Citadel Energy Marketing LLC.
  • The agreement was filed on June 30, 2025, and was accepted by the Commission on July 1, 2025.
  • The Commission granted a waiver of the 30-day notice requirement due to the absence of protests or adverse comments.
  • The approval does not constitute a waiver of the Natural Gas Act requirements or an approval of the rate or service contained in the applicant's tariff.
  • The order allows for a 30-day period for rehearing by the Commission.
  • The Commission's approval is based on the filed tariff records, which include the negotiated rate agreement and supporting documentation.
  • The agreement involves Citadel Energy Marketing Contract No. 320403 and is reflected in Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC's Baseline Tariffs, Table of Contents.
  • The order was issued by Marsha K. Palazzi, Director, Division of Pipeline Regulation.

Statistics:

  • 30 days: the time period for rehearing by the Commission.
  • 1 July 2025: the effective date of the approved negotiated rate agreement.
  • 1 document: the single document accession citied in the order.
  • 1 filing date: 30 June 2025, the date the agreement was filed with the Commission.
  • 1 waiver granted: the waiver of the 30-day notice requirement.

Sources:

  • FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20426 OFFICE OF ENERGY MARKET REGULATION Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC Docket No. RP25-980-000 Issued: July 21, 2025
  • Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC, Baseline Tariffs, Table of Contents, (126.0.0); Negotiated Rate Agreement, Section 3.54 Citadel Energy Marketing Contract No. 320403 (2.0.0) Document Accession #: 20250721-3023 Filed Date: 07/21/2025 Document Content(s) RP25-980-000.docx.........................................................1