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Fwd: RE: PEC Position statement
by James Kotcon 13 Sep '07

13 Sep '07

Attached is the Piedmont Environmental Council Position Paper mentioned yesterday. It is loaded with good stuff that helps overcome the reliability arguments. It is 24 pages, but I recommend that everyone on the Energy Committee read it. JBK >>> "Bri West" <bwest(a)pecva.org> 9/12/2007 1:28 PM >>> Here it is! -----Original Message----- From: James Kotcon [mailto:jkotcon@wvu.edu] Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 10:31 AM To: bwest(a)pecva.org Subject: PEC Position statement Brie I did not get a copy of the Position Statement you mentioned last night. Could you send me an electronic copy? JBK

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article on NY power line
by Grubb, Karen 12 Sep '07

12 Sep '07

New York Regional Interconnect has sued NY state legislators for passing a law that prevents energy companies such as NYRI from using eminent domain to seize private property. http://www.pressconnects.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070911/NEWS01/ 709110330/1006 Cuomo wants NYRI lawsuit dismissed By Nancy Dooling Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is seeking dismissal of a lawsuit filed against state Assemblywoman Donna A. Lupardo, D-Endwell, and others by an energy company that wants to develop a power line through upstate New York. New York Regional Interconnect filed suit earlier this year against Lupardo as the author of a new state law that prevents energy companies such as NYRI from using eminent domain to seize private property. The lawsuit also names state Sen. John Bonacic, R-Mt. Hope, who sponsored the legislation in the state Senate. State lawmakers have fought NYRI by enacting legislation. Lupado cited the potential environmental and economic damage the project would do to the upstate counties through which the proposed power line would be constructed. The project would supply power only to the New York City area. NYRI is claiming it has been harmed by the state law sponsored by Lupardo and Bonacic. Cuomo is expected to argue that NYRI has not been harmed because its application is still pending before a federal agency. Also named in the NYRI lawsuit is Gov. Eliot Spitzer, former Gov. George E. Pataki, several state officials, and other upstate elected officials including state Sen. Thomas W. Libous, R-Binghamton. Lupardo said a court hearing on the matter has been scheduled for Nov. 11 in Albany's federal court before Senior U.S. District Court Judge Thomas J. McAvoy. Sens. Charles E. Schumer and Hillary Rodham Clinton, both D-NY, are also seeking to restrict the exercise of eminent domain by energy companies, Lupardo said. Earlier this month, a similar amendment sponsored by Rep. Michael Arcuri, D-Utica, and Rep. Maurice D. Hinchey, D-Hurley, died in the House of Representatives.

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Re: [EC] Status Hearing on Friday, Sept 14
by Grubb, Karen 12 Sep '07

12 Sep '07

I vote yes. ________________________________ From: ec-bounces(a)osenergy.org [mailto:ec-bounces@osenergy.org] On Behalf Of duane330(a)aol.com Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 2:55 PM To: ec(a)osenergy.org Cc: Duane330(a)aol.com Subject: [EC] Status Hearing on Friday, Sept 14 To: Energy Committee. I have just reviewed the proposed Schedule of the Staff of the PSC, dated September 11th. This is to be reviewed and acted upon this Friday. Two major comments, that I put into a motion for our Energy Committee, to be acted upon by Bill DePaulo: 1. We support the addition of 35 days to the original proposed schedule, to provide that the Evidentiary Hearings in Charleston take place after the holiday months of November and December of 2008, the new dates becoming January 9th thru January 18th. 2. We take exception to the proposal that Reply Briefs be due on February 26, 2008, just 11 days after the due date of February 15th for the Initial Briefs. We believe that an additional 6 days is appropriate for the due date of the Reply Briefs, as this is an extremely complex and extensive case, and because for the most part the intervenors are relying upon volunteer or part-time assistance in their legal preparations. This would still leave 60 days for the PSC to render their decision. Respectfully submitted, Duane Nichols ________________________________

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Re: [EC] How high
by Barbara Fallon 12 Sep '07

12 Sep '07

Thanks Will. I got info from JBK on this. He said 142' -150' towers. These are the numbers i will use. Thanks for getting back with me.. ----- Original Message ---- From: Will Reilly <wjreilly99(a)yahoo.com> To: Barbara Fallon <brbr_fallon(a)yahoo.com>; ec(a)osenergy.org Cc: Will Reilly <wjreilly99(a)yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 11:51:28 AM Subject: Re: [EC] How high Barbara: This is a direct quote from a TRailCo FAQ Q: Rather than placing a 500kV transmission line on 125-foot towers, wouldn't it be better just to bury it underground where nobody sees it? So it's probably at least 125 foot if this is a hypothetical question. Will The link is TrAILCo http://www.aptrailinfo.com/index.php Includes maps of route, as well as links to the WV, PA and VA applications. Barbara Fallon <brbr_fallon(a)yahoo.com> wrote: Does anyone know how high the proposed Allegheny towers will be? Got a little couch potato? Check out fun summer activities for kids._______________________________________________ EC mailing list EC(a)osenergy.org http://osenergy.org/mailman/listinfo/ec Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Yahoo! Travel. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Be a better Heartthrob. Get better relationship answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=list&sid=396545433

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How high
by Barbara Fallon 12 Sep '07

12 Sep '07

Does anyone know how high the proposed Allegheny towers will be? ____________________________________________________________________________________ Got a little couch potato? Check out fun summer activities for kids. http://search.yahoo.com/search?fr=oni_on_mail&p=summer+activities+for+kids&…

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Fwd: RE: Allegheny transmission line
by James Kotcon 10 Sep '07

10 Sep '07

Bad news! Who will address the costs of greenhouse gases? JBK >>> "Richard Rosen" <rrosen(a)tellus.org> 9/10/2007 1:10 PM >>> Jim, Sorry that I have not gotten back to you with a proposal since we spoke. But this delay illustrates my problem. I am really too busy to take on your case...I think I would be irresponsible to do so. So, upon further thought, I have to decline being a consultant to the Sierra Club. Sincerely, Rich Rosen -----Original Message----- From: James Kotcon [mailto:jkotcon@wvu.edu] Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 2:02 PM To: Richard Rosen Subject: Allegheny transmission line A "status hearing" is scheduled on Sept. 14, at which time we expect some sort of definitive schedule for filing direct testimony, rebuttal testimony, and finally an evidentiary hearing. I agree that the primary issues we would like addressed would include "reliability" (have they made their case, and even if they have, is the line the most reasonable approach) and the issue of the effect of future carbon costs on electric rates and the demand for transmission of electricity from Allegheny versus sources with lower carbon emissions.I believe that the primary driver for this line is Allegheny's desire to sell their "low-cost" electricity to eastern markets, but if their electricity is no longer "low cost" will the line be "used and useful" Thank you again for your call, and we look forward to receiving your letter outlining services and costs. Feel free to contact me if I can provide more information Jim Kotcon 304-293-8822 (office) 304-594-3322 (home)

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NIETC issues.
by Duane330＠aol.com 09 Sep '07

09 Sep '07

To: Energy Committee. It occurs to me that the NIETC components of the US Energy Policy Act of 2005 may be unconstitutional given that this act provides powers to the federal government that are in the domain of "state's rights". Consider that the federal government has apparently backed off of requiring the State of Nevada to accept the long-term storage of radioactive wastes from the nuclear power plants. Does anyone know whether the Sierra Club or others are intending to challenge this part or other parts of the Energy Policy Act of 2005? p.s. Now that Allegheny Energy is intending to use federal authority to charge back costs for planning the TrAIL line, we have a much larger set of issues to face, and more outrage on the part of the general public. ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com

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Testimony on Reliability
by Duane330＠aol.com 09 Sep '07

09 Sep '07

To: Energy Committee. I met with Ron Klein, retired WVU professor of electrical engineering, this past Friday afternoon. We discussed the preparation of testimony regarding the proposed TrAIL line. We decided to focus on the areas of reliability and congestion. We had an extensive discussion. I printed off some documents from the PSC web pages for him and gave him some example materials from the Longview case. We are both currently reading and preparing for a working session this coming week. It is important for us to do a substantial amount of study to feel comfortable about the case, so as to permit the preparation of an outline or draft of possible expert testimony. This is the current priority. My approach is to get his participation at little or no cost. I'll get a better reading on this during the coming week. So, Jonothan and I can hopefully meet with him a couple of times this coming week. Duane p.s. I came home from Pennsylvania with a few additional ideas about testimony for the TrAIL case and am working to put a summary together. An MD presented references on health effects and a landowner presented some compelling information on security risks, as in "homeland" security. ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com

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FW: Transmission line blurb for WVHC
by Grubb, Karen 06 Sep '07

06 Sep '07

________________________________ From: Frank Young [mailto:fyoung@mountain.net] Sent: Thu 9/6/2007 11:51 AM To: Grubb, Karen Subject: Re: [EC] Transmission line blurb for chapter web page Thanks Karen. The deadline for the September Highlands Voice was last Friday- the day we met at Barbara's. And I was away from computer until Monday. We will have a good article, including with bullet points for letters and info. on how to contribute $$$, etc. in the October issue. If there is anything else, more specific or more urgent or whatever that comes up, and which the Highlands Voice can help with, send it to me. Or you can send stuff directly to Editor John McFerrin at johnmcferrin(a)aol.com . Understand though, John edits and prioritizes submissions by others. But his policy is to use, without editing and without question, anything submitted by a WVHC board member, . So if it's really important, get it to me and it will be in the Voice. Frank ----- Original Message ----- From: Grubb, Karen <mailto:kgrubb@fairmontstate.edu> To: Frank Young <mailto:fyoung@mountain.net> Sent: Wednesday, September 05, 2007 5:50 PM Subject: FW: [EC] Transmission line blurb for chapter web page Use as you see fit. You were a big help at the meeting. Thanks for coming. -----Original Message----- From: ec-bounces(a)osenergy.org [mailto:ec-bounces@osenergy.org] On Behalf Of James Kotcon Sent: Saturday, September 01, 2007 2:37 PM To: EC(a)osenergy.org Subject: [EC] Transmission line blurb for chapter web page Attached is a modified and updated fact sheet for the web page, or for general use. I have included a sample letter to political leaders, as well as an announcement of public hearings on the last page. JBK

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Re: [EC] consultants -Barbara
by Barbara Fallon 05 Sep '07

05 Sep '07

I will look into this. As you will recall Jim, the Energy Foundation is the source we discussed on a recent phone call with Pat Gallagher and Beth Soholt. I think this foundation only funds to the mid-west. You know I will look into it though. ... ----- Original Message ---- From: "Grubb, Karen" <kgrubb(a)fairmontstate.edu> To: EC(a)osenergy.org Sent: Tuesday, September 4, 2007 2:12:56 PM Subject: Re: [EC] consultants -Barbara http://www.ef.org/home.cfm Barbara, what do you think? -----Original Message----- From: ec-bounces(a)osenergy.org [mailto:ec-bounces@osenergy.org] On Behalf Of James Kotcon Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 2:04 PM To: EC(a)osenergy.org Subject: [EC] consultants I have made another contact with Rosen at the Tellus Institute, and asked him to send us a letter outlining his services and costs. He suggested we contact "The Energy Foundation" as a potential funding source, as they often fund work such as this. I seem to recall that name mentioned earlier, so perhaps we should follow up expeditiously, or at least find out who they are. JBK _______________________________________________ EC mailing list EC(a)osenergy.org http://osenergy.org/mailman/listinfo/ec _______________________________________________ EC mailing list EC(a)osenergy.org http://osenergy.org/mailman/listinfo/ec ____________________________________________________________________________________ Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. http://farechase.yahoo.com/

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