FERC Reviews Multiple Wind and Energy Asset Applications
Published Date: 8/29/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new applications from energy companies asking for permission to make big changes in how they operate or own power projects. These filings mostly involve wind and renewable energy groups, and folks have until early to mid-September (or late October for one) to share their thoughts. This could shake up who controls some energy assets and might affect future energy prices or projects.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Section 203 filings for power asset control
The Commission received multiple applications under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act asking authorization for changes in ownership or control of power projects. Examples include Chestnut Flats Lessee, LLC (filed 8/21/25; comment by 5:00 p.m. ET on 9/11/25), several wind applicants including Logan Wind and Limon Wind III (filed 8/22/25; comments by 5:00 p.m. ET on 9/12/25), and Troy ParentCo LLC et al. (filed 8/25/25; comment by 5:00 p.m. ET on 10/24/25).
Public comment rights and OPP assistance
Anyone who wants to intervene, protest, or comment in these proceedings must file by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on the docket-specific comment date (for example, 9/11/25, 9/12/25, 9/15/25, 9/16/25, or 10/24/25). The Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) can help members of the public—including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members—access information and navigate filing processes (OPP phone (202) 502-6595; email [email protected]).
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