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FERC Agenda Highlights and Potential Outcomes Several items on the upcoming FERC agenda warrant attention, and this breakdown outlines what's likely to be discussed and the possible results. The agenda items, ranging from C-1 through C-5 and H-1, are addressed individually below. Regarding item H-1, which concerns EDF Energy Services North America, LLC, the discussion likely centers on a compliance matter or a request related to market-based rate authority or operational procedures. The potential for action includes an approval, denial, modification, or simply an informational response from the commission. Item C-1 involves Mississippi Hub, LLC, and includes an application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity for the MS Hub capacity expansion project, alongside a reaffirmation of market-based rate authority. The expected outcome is an order either approving, denying, or modifying the certificate and/or confirming market-based rates, which commonly involves evaluating environmental impact and demonstrating public need. Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC's request (C-3) to increase mainline capacity and modify natural gas facilities and establish a new delivery point will also be considered. A potential outcome involves an order approving, denying, or modifying the request after assessing need, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. Item C-4 mirrors C-1, again concerning Mississippi Hub, LLC, with an application for a certificate and reaffirmation of market-based rate authority for the MS Hub capacity expansion. Similar to C-1, expect a decision concerning the certificate and market rates, contingent on need, environmental impact, and regulatory adherence. Venture Global Calcasieu Pass, LLC (C-5) seeks an extension for placing the remaining LNG project facilities into service. The original deadline of February 21, 2024, is being pushed to February 21, 2025. FERC is likely to either approve the extension, typically if justifiable reasons like permitting delays or construction challenges are presented, or deny it if the reasons are deemed insufficient. A shorter extension period remains a possibility. Several agenda items involve market-based rates, indicating that the entities have been granted the authority to set their rates based on market conditions with ongoing monitoring of compliance. Environmental reviews play a key role in most projects, influencing FERC’s decisions. Furthermore, public comment and stakeholder input are integral to the commission's deliberation process.

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