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2026-20421, PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.; Notice of Institution of Section 206 Proceeding and Refund Effective Date

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is checking if PJM Interconnection’s new rules for buying backup power are fair and legal. This affects energy companies and customers in the PJM region, with possible changes to how costs are shared. If refunds are needed, they start from October 6, 2026, and anyone interested has 21 days to speak up.

2026-20453, Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc.; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Proposed Evergy McNew Power Plant Delivery Project

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline wants to build new gas facilities to deliver power to the Evergy McNew Power Plant in Kansas. The government is asking the public to share their thoughts on how this might affect the environment before making a final decision. If you care about local air, water, or land, now’s the time to speak up by November 2, 2026!

2026-20450, Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Proposed Leidy Access Expansion Project

Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company wants to expand its gas pipeline in Luzerne, Pennsylvania, and the government is asking the public to share their thoughts on how this might affect the environment. People have until November 2, 2026, to send in comments about possible impacts and better ways to do the project. This feedback will help decide if the project moves forward and how it’s done safely and responsibly.

2026-20420, Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several filings from natural gas pipeline companies about rate changes and refunds. These updates affect customers and companies using pipelines, with new rates starting as soon as October 1, 2026. If you want to comment, deadlines are mostly mid-October, so act fast to have your say on possible price changes.

2026-20418, BIF III Holtwood LLC; Notice of Application for Non-Project Use of Project Land and Waters Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests

BIF III Holtwood LLC wants to build docks on land and water near the Wallenpaupack Hydroelectric Project in Pennsylvania. The government is reviewing this request and asking the public to share their thoughts by October 30, 2026. This could change how the land and water are used but won’t affect electricity prices or timing.

2026-20416, Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-603); Comment Request; Extension

FERC is renewing its info collection form called FERC-603, which helps protect important energy infrastructure details. No changes are planned, but folks who submit this info should know the deadline to comment is November 5, 2026. This keeps the process smooth without adding extra costs or paperwork.

Previous: 2025-14695, Great Lakes Hydro America, LLC; Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Assessment

Great Lakes Hydro America wants to lower water levels in the Mattaceunk Hydroelectric Project on Maine’s Penobscot River from early August to late September 2025. This temporary change helps fix fishway structures and a sluice gate but might affect endangered Atlantic salmon. The government is reviewing the plan carefully and asked for public feedback by June 2025.

Next: 2025-14697, Brookfield White Pine Hydro, LLC; Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Assessment

Brookfield White Pine Hydro wants to renew its license for the Lewiston Falls Hydroelectric Project on the Androscoggin River in Maine. The government will prepare an environmental report to check how this might affect the area, and they’ll ask the public for their thoughts early next year. This process could influence how the project runs and keeps the power flowing, with key updates coming in January and May 2026.