ERAC Regulatory Compliance & Legal Framework 2

Question 1

Under FERC Order 1000, which of the following is a key requirement for regional transmission planning?

Accepted Answer

Removal of federal rights of first refusal for incumbent utilities in competitive transmission

Answer

FERC Order 1000 removed the federal right of first refusal for incumbent utilities, opening competitive solicitation for certain transmission projects.

Question 2

The Clean Air Act's New Source Review (NSR) program is triggered when a stationary source undergoes a modification that causes a significant net emissions increase. Which agency administers NSR at the federal level?

Accepted Answer

Environmental Protection Agency

Answer

The EPA administers NSR under the Clean Air Act, requiring pre-construction permits for major modifications at stationary sources.

Question 3

A utility company discovers it may have violated NERC CIP reliability standards. What is the correct initial regulatory notification step?

Accepted Answer

Self-report the potential violation to NERC or the relevant Regional Entity

Answer

NERC CIP standards require entities to self-report potential violations to NERC or their Regional Entity as part of compliance obligations.

Question 4

Which provision of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 granted FERC backstop siting authority for interstate electric transmission facilities?

Accepted Answer

Section 216

Answer

Section 216 of EPAct 2005 gave FERC backstop authority to issue permits for transmission in designated National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors.

Question 5

Under the Natural Gas Act, FERC's jurisdiction over natural gas transportation applies primarily to which category of entities?

Accepted Answer

Interstate natural gas pipelines and related facilities

Answer

The Natural Gas Act grants FERC jurisdiction over the transportation and sale of natural gas in interstate commerce, primarily covering interstate pipelines.

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ERAC Regulatory Compliance & Legal Framework 2