FERC Reviews Projects in Schuylkill and Luzerne Counties, Citing $100M Economic Impact
What happened
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is reviewing projects that affect Schuylkill County and Luzerne County. A report noted that 22 proposed data center campuses in Lackawanna County, Luzerne County, and Schuylkill County are under review. Furthermore, a study filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding the Leidy South Expansion Project claims that building new compressor stations in Luzerne County and Schuylkill County would generate $100 million in economic activity and support 680 jobs.
Why it matters
The review of these infrastructure projects, including the Leidy South Expansion Project, is tied to significant claims of economic benefit for the region. The study suggests that the construction of new compressor stations could provide substantial economic activity and job creation in the two counties.
Who's involved
- Federal Energy Regulatory CommissionFederal Energy Regulatory Commission, which is reviewing the projects and the Leidy South Expansion Project study.
- Schuylkill CountySchuylkill County, which is one of the counties affected by the projects under review.
- Luzerne CountyLuzerne County, which is the other county affected by the projects under review.
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The entities involved
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Schuylkill County
county in Pennsylvania, United States
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Luzerne County
county in Pennsylvania, United States
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Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
US independent agency regulating interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil; issues orders governing Avangrid's transmission, wholesale markets, and interconnection.
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