DOE is proposing that new categorical exclusion B4. 14 be limited to electrochemical-battery and flywheel energy storage systems because it does not have sufficient information to conclude that compressed air energy storage, thermal energy storage (e., molten salt storage), or other. . On November 16, 2023, the Department of Energy (“DOE”) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (“NOPR”) that would amend DOE's regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (“NEPA”) to add a categorical exclusion for certain energy storage systems and revise existing categorical. . revise categorical exclusions for upgrading and rebuilding powerlines and for solar pho uty Director, Office of NEPA Polic Energy Storage Systems and Related Prov eview under Treasury and General ronmental impact statement, environmen environmental effects prepared for a maj set forth the basis. . The U. DOE is accepting. . These exemptions would help certain solar energy projects avoid significant public disclosure and delay. The Notice seeks comment on. .
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