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NYSEG and RG&E Request Trade Secret Protection for Sensitive Natural Gas Supply Data

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The New York State Department of Public Service has issued a document regarding a request from NYSEG and RG&E for trade secret protection of information related to natural gas supply, transportation, and storage data for the monthly Gas Supply Charge filing. The Companies, New York State Electric & Gas Corporation and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation, are seeking protection for sensitive information that is not generally available to the public. They have filed redacted versions of the Appendix 7-H workpapers with the Secretary of the New York State Public Service Commission, citing the need to protect their competitive position and prevent harm to their customers.

Key Takeaways:

  • The New York State Department of Public Service has received a request from NYSEG and RG&E for trade secret protection of sensitive natural gas supply data.
  • The Companies have filed redacted versions of the Appendix 7-H workpapers with the Secretary of the New York State Public Service Commission.
  • The requested data is extremely sensitive from a competitive standpoint and revealing it could jeopardize the Companies' ability to obtain favorable price terms.
  • The enclosed information is not generally available to the public and would be of particular value to competitors.
  • The Companies are seeking protection for the data under Section 16 NYCRR 6-1.3 and Public Officers Law Section 87.2(c) and (d).

Statistics:

  • The request is related to the Gas Supply Charge filing for October, 2020 (Case Number 97-G-1178).
  • The Companies have submitted redacted versions of the Appendix 7-H workpapers.
  • The requested data includes volume and price information that is not generally available to the public.
  • The protection is sought under the Commission's rules and Public Officers Law.

Sources:

  • New York State Department of Public Service: NYSEG and RG&E - Request for Trade Secret Protection for Information Regarding Natural Gas Supply, Transportation and Storage Data for Gas Supply Charge Monthly Filing, Case Number 97-G-1178.

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