📜Withdrawal Notice of Draft Energy Storage Strategy by DOE
On December 20, 2024, the Department of Energy (DOE) published notice of availability (NOA) in the Federal Register seeking public input to its draft Energy Storage Strategy and Roadmap (SRM). DOE is withdrawing the December 20, 2024, NOA.
Learn More❄️Delay of Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers/Freezers
This document delays the effective date of a recently published final rule adopting amended energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. DOE also seeks comment on any further delay of the effective date, including the impacts of such delay, as well comment on the legal, factual, or policy issues raised by the rule.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings Impacting Energy Sector Regulations
The document details various filings received by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, including requests for debt exclusions in construction rate calculations and applications for exempt wholesale generator statuses. It also highlights joint applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act, showcasing the regulatory landscape affecting energy companies.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings Affecting Electric Rates and Agreements
The document outlines a series of electric rate filings by various energy companies, detailing docket numbers, applicants, descriptions, effective dates, and comment periods. It emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance for stakeholders and provides instructions for engaging with the commission's processes.
Learn More🌊FERC Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has released a final Environmental Assessment for Pacific Gas & Electric Company's application for a temporary variance regarding water flow releases in the Haas-Kings Hydroelectric Project. The assessment evaluates the potential environmental effects of the proposed changes and confirms that they will not significantly impact the quality of the human environment. The notice includes instructions for public access to the full EA and opportunities for public participation.
Learn More🧺Delay in Clothes Washer and Dryer Test Procedure Regulations
This document delays the effective date of a recently published final rule amending the test procedures for residential and commercial clothes washers and consumer clothes dryers. DOE also seeks comment on any further delay of the effective date, including the impacts of such delay, as well as comment on the legal, factual, or policy issues raised by the rule.
Learn More🔌2024 LNG Export Study Comment Period Extended by DOE
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is extending the public comment period for its Notice of Availability of the 2024 LNG Export Study and Request for Comments, which was published in the Federal Register on December 20, 2024. The published Notice established a 60- day public comment period, from the date of publication through Tuesday, February 18, 2025. The purpose of the 2024 LNG Export Study (Study) is to provide an update to DOE's prior analyses and understanding of how varying levels of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports impact and inform DOE's statutory public interest determination. DOE is extending the public comment period from 60 days to 90 days. Comments may now be submitted until Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Learn More💡Delay in Energy Conservation Test Procedures
This document delays the effective date of a recently published final rule adopting several clarifications to the test procedures for general service lamps. DOE also seeks comment on any further delay of the effective date, including the impacts of such delay, as well as comment on the legal, factual, or policy issues raised by the rule.
Learn More⚡KC Brighton LLC Files Intent for Environmental Assessment
KC Brighton LLC has submitted an application to surrender its license for the Brighton Hydroelectric Project after determining relicensing costs are unfeasible. The Department of Energy will prepare an environmental assessment with a public comment period, addressing potential impacts without altering the existing water supply or dam structures.
Learn More📜Public Notice on Off-the-Record Communications and Business Compliance
The Department of Energy's notice addresses rules concerning off-the-record communications relevant to contested proceedings. It delineates the responsibilities of Commission employees regarding prohibited and exempt communications and details how these communications are documented. The notice highlights the procedures for accessing recent filings and the importance of compliance for involved parties.
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