Comment submitted by Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company (BHE)

Summary: Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company supports the proposed revisions to the New Source Review (NSR) preconstruction permitting program, stating that the rule provides much-needed clarity for non-emitting activities. The company argues that the proposed definitions will expedite permitting times for energy projects and align with the Clean Air Act's goals of balancing economic growth with air quality preservation.