Gas Pipelines File for Rate Shifts and Cancellations Ahead

2026-11782 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings about natural gas pipeline rates and refunds from companies like NextEra Energy and ETC Tiger Pipeline. These filings could change how much customers pay starting as soon as June or July 2026. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act before the deadlines in mid to late June.

2026-11598 — Town of Dover-Foxcroft; Notice of Application for Surrender of Exemption Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests

The Town of Dover-Foxcroft wants to give up its special permission to run the Moosehead Hydroelectric Project on the Piscataquis River in Maine. This means the town will stop operating the project under its current exemption, and the public has until July 6, 2026, to share their thoughts or objections. This change could affect local energy and environmental rules, but no federal land is involved, and money impacts aren’t mentioned yet.

2026-11606 — Boott Hydropower, LLC; Notice of Application Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Motions To Intervene and Protests, Ready for Environmental Analysis, and Soliciting Comments, Recommendations, Preliminary Terms and Conditions, and Preliminary Fishway Prescriptions

Boott Hydropower wants to keep running its Lowell Hydroelectric Project on the Merrimack River, and the government is now reviewing their application. Local communities, environmental groups, and anyone interested can share their thoughts or raise concerns by August 4, 2026. This process helps make sure the project stays safe, eco-friendly, and benefits everyone without surprise costs or delays.

2026-11628 — Aberdeen Hydro AE, LLC; Notice of Preliminary Permit Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Competing Applications

Aberdeen Hydro AE, LLC wants to study building a new hydropower project at the Aberdeen Lock and Dam in Mississippi. If approved, they get first dibs to apply for a license to generate clean energy, but no construction can start yet. People have until August 3, 2026, to share their thoughts or compete for the project, which could produce enough electricity to power thousands of homes.

2026-11538 — Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Planned Algonquin Reliable Affordable Resilient Enhancement Project, and Notice of Public Scoping Sessions

Algonquin Gas Transmission wants to build new gas facilities in parts of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. The government is asking people to share their thoughts on how this project might affect the environment before making a final decision. You’ve got until July 6, 2026, to speak up and help shape the project that could impact local communities and energy costs.

2026-11539 — Building for the Future Through Electric Regional Transmission Planning and Cost Allocation; Notice of Motion for Extension of Time To Comply

PJM Transmission Owners and state groups asked for more time—until August 11, 2026—to agree on how to plan and pay for big electric projects across 13 states and D.C. They want to use extra time and mediation to find a fair way to share costs before filing their official plans. This delay affects utilities and customers by pushing back decisions on who pays for future electric upgrades.

Previous: 2025-08648 — Combined Notice of Filings #3

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several electric rate filings from Morgantown Power, PJM Interconnection, and Sierra BESS. These filings include requests for waivers, new service agreements, and tariff updates that could affect energy rates and services starting as early as April 2025. If you want to weigh in, you’ve got until mid to late May to file your comments or protests.

Next: 2025-08650 — Venture Global CP2 LNG, LLC, Venture Global CP Express, LLC; Notice of Availability of the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed CP LNG and CP Express Pipeline Projects

Venture Global wants to build new LNG and pipeline facilities in Louisiana and Texas, but some folks raised concerns about air pollution. The government took a closer look and updated their environmental report to make sure the project is safe for the air we breathe. This means the project’s approval is on hold until the new review is done, which could affect timing and costs.