Energy

TVA Interim Rule Revises NEPA Procedures

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has issued an interim final rule revising its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures. This action aligns TVA's procedures with recent federal legislation, court decisions, and executive orders, and requests public comments on the revisions and a proposed relocation of certain procedures.

TVA Adopts DOE Categorical Exclusions for NEPA Decisions

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has adopted three categorical exclusions (CEs) from the Department of Energy (DOE) for future National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) decisions. These CEs, related to energy storage systems and short pipeline segments, expand TVA's available exclusions for similar activities.

TVA Approves Allen Aeroderivative Combustion Turbine Project

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has approved the construction and operation of six aeroderivative combustion turbine units at its Allen CT facility in Memphis, Tennessee. This project aims to generate approximately 200 megawatts of power to support system load growth and enhance grid reliability. The decision follows the Final Environmental Impact Statement and is in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act.

TVA RERC Meeting Notice and IRP Update

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has issued a notice for a Regional Energy Resource Council (RERC) meeting on February 18, 2026. The meeting will include member orientation and an update on TVA's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The public is invited to attend virtually or in person and may provide comments during a listening session.

Boulder Canyon Project FY2026 Electric Rates Increase

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has confirmed and approved a 2.5% increase in the base charge and electric rates for the Boulder Canyon Project (BCP) for fiscal year 2026. The base charge will rise from $74.3 million to $76.2 million, effective October 1, 2025, primarily due to decreased anticipated prior year carryover funds.

WAPA Rate Order WAPA-211 for Pacific Transmission Service Confirmed

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has confirmed and approved provisional formula rates for Pacific Alternating Current Intertie (PACI) point-to-point transmission service in the Sierra Nevada region. These rates, effective April 1, 2026, supersede previous rates and maintain the existing formula-based methodology with updated effective dates.

WAPA Notice on Collection Procedures for Environmental Habitat Provisions

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has issued a notice confirming and approving collection procedures for environmental habitat provisions in the Sierra Nevada region. These procedures, which remain unchanged, are being republished for administrative purposes to remove references to a specific Power Marketing Plan.

Proposed 2028 Power Allocations for Parker-Davis Project

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has released proposed 2028 power allocations for the Parker-Davis Project and is seeking public comment. This notice outlines the proposed allocations based on WAPA's Final 2028 Power Marketing Plan and includes a deadline for comments and a public virtual forum.

WAPA Proposed Formula Rate Extension Notice

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has issued a notice proposing to extend its existing formula rates for balancing authority area and transmission provider services. The proposed extension, without changes, would run through September 30, 2031, with a comment period open from January 26, 2026, to March 27, 2026.

Venture Global LNG Export Amendment Application

The Department of Energy (DOE) has received an application from Venture Global CP2 LNG, LLC to amend its authorization for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) to non-free trade agreement countries. The application seeks to increase the authorized export volume by approximately 427 billion cubic feet per year. Comments are due by May 11, 2026.