Western Maine Energy Storage, LLC Licensing Notice
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This notice announces Western Maine Energy Storage's intention to file for a license using the traditional process for an energy project in Maine. The project will involve compliance consultations with several federal and state agencies concerning environmental and historical impacts.
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Key Changes
- Western Maine Energy Storage intends to file for a license using the traditional licensing process.
- The project is subject to consultations regarding environmental protection and historic preservation.
- WMES is designated as the Commission's non-federal representative for these consultations.
Obligations
What this law requires
Western Maine Energy Storage, LLC must carry out informal consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding endangered species as per the Endangered Species Act.
Western Maine Energy Storage, LLC must consult with the Maine State Historic Preservation Officer as required by the National Historic Preservation Act.
Western Maine Energy Storage, LLC must file a Pre-Application Document (PAD) with the Commission, including a proposed process plan and schedule.
Western Maine Energy Storage, LLC must provide public notice of its licensing request.
Western Maine Energy Storage, LLC must follow the Traditional Licensing Process as approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).