Independent regulatory commissions
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has been designated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) as the non-federal representative for the purpose of informal consultation under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for the Rollins Transmission Line Project. This designation was made in a letter dated July 29,
Independent regulatory commissions
A bipartisan bill, S. 1020, which aims to extend the licenses for new hydropower projects affected by supply chain shortages to 2020, has been passed by the Senate with unanimous consent. The bill, sponsored by Senator Steve Daines, has been supported by Senator John Fetterman, who joined as colead to
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a letter to Copper Valley Electric Association, Inc., on July 29, 2025, clarifying the applicability of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) to the Solomon Gulch Hydroelectric Project. The project involves removing 108.16 miles of transmission line from the
Independent regulatory commissions
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received a weekly filing from Renewable World Energies, LLC regarding the Au Train hydroelectric project. The filing, submitted on behalf of UP Hydro LLC, Licensee, contains daily emails provided to D2SI-CRO as it relates to the January 11, 2024 directive to provide daily emails
Independent regulatory commissions
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NMFS) has initiated a Section 7 Consultation under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) regarding the potential effects of relicensing and continued operation of the Turners Falls Hydroelectric Project and the Northfield Mountain Pumped Storage Project on the endangered shortnose sturgeon. In response, Dr. James
Independent regulatory commissions
The Yuba County Water Agency (YCWA) has submitted a letter to the California State Water Resources Control Board, commenting on the draft water quality certification for Nevada Irrigation District's Yuba-Bear Hydroelectric Project, FERC Project No. 2266. The YCWA expressed concerns that the draft certification does not analyze the
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC submitted a notification to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding an interruption of the Recreation Flow release at the Nantahala Hydroelectric Project No. P-2692. The incident occurred on July 24, 2025, when a tree was reported down in the river, creating hazardous conditions for recreation users.
Independent regulatory commissions
The National Park Service (NPS) has submitted comments to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on the Hayward and Trego Hydroelectric Projects, citing concerns over the potential impacts on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and its aquatic, recreational, and cultural values. The NPS recommends that FERC evaluate the effects
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Presumpscot Hydro LLC and Relevate Power Maine LLC have submitted a document to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission requesting approval of the Downstream American Eel Passage Study Plan for the Dundee, Gambo, Little Falls, and Mallison Falls hydroelectric projects. The study plan aims to determine the optimal timing and
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has submitted recommendations to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding the Hayward Hydroelectric Project and Trego Hydroelectric Project, citing concerns over protection of tribal natural and cultural resources. The BIA's mission is to enhance the quality of life, promote economic opportunity,
Independent regulatory commissions
The East Bay Municipal Utility District (District) has submitted a document to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) detailing the threat posed by golden mussels at the Lower Mokelumne River Hydroelectric Project. The discovery of golden mussels in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in October 2024 has raised concerns about the
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Northwest Regional Office has submitted the FY 2024 Annual Report and FY 2026 Work Plan for the Selis Ksanka Qlispe Hydroelectric (SKQ) Project (FERC No. 5) to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The report and work plan have undergone review and technical discussion, focusing on
