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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted Maine Yankee Atomic Power Company three exemptions from regulations for their Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI). These exemptions will let Maine Yankee continue using certain practices previously allowed under past amendments when adopting the latest amendment, No. 9, to their Certificate of Compliance for storing nuclear waste. The NRC has determined that these exemptions do not pose any increased safety risks or environmental impacts, ensuring no significant harm to public health or the environment. These changes will not lead to more accidents, more radiation exposure, or affect cultural or historic sites.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received an application from the California Department of Water Resources and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power on January 29, 2021. This application seeks a water quality certification under the Clean Water Act from the California State Water Resources Control Board. The California Water Board has one year to act on this request; if they do not respond by January 29, 2022, their authority to certify is considered waived. This notification is a procedural matter ensuring the Commission and relevant bodies are informed about the certification timeline.

The City of Hamilton, Ohio and American Municipal Power, Inc. have filed a hydroelectric application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for a new major license to operate the Greenup Hydroelectric Project located on the Ohio River. This project makes use of the existing Greenup Locks and Dam and is run in a "run-of-release" mode, meaning it generates electricity based on water flow agreements. The public is invited to file protests or motions to intervene electronically through the Commission's eFiling system or by mail, and must do so within 60 days of the notice date. The application has been accepted, but the project is not yet ready for environmental analysis.

Ohio Power and Light, LLC has filed a major original license application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a hydroelectric project at the Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam on the Ohio River in West Virginia. The project would involve constructing powerhouses, intake and tailrace channels, and a transmission line, with the goal of generating approximately 165,169 megawatt-hours annually. The public can view the application on FERC's website and request additional studies or agency status by March 24, 2025. The project is currently not ready for environmental analysis.

Northern States Power Company-Wisconsin has filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) indicating its intent to apply for a new license for the Hayward Hydroelectric Project on the Namekagon River in Wisconsin. They have also been approved to use the Traditional Licensing Process and are seeking to consult with various agencies about environmental and historical regulations. The company has provided a Pre-Application Document, which is available on the FERC website, and has declared their intent to submit the final application by November 30, 2023. Public consultation is being initiated as part of this process.

The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) plans to apply for a new license for the Río Blanco Hydroelectric Project in Puerto Rico. They have filed a notice of intent and a request to use the Traditional Licensing Process, which has been approved. The project is situated near Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest and occupies some U.S. Forest Service land. Consultations have begun with several agencies, including those focused on wildlife and historic preservation, to ensure all environmental and historical considerations are addressed.

Northern States Power Company-Wisconsin has filed a Notice of Intent to apply for a new license for the Trego Hydroelectric Project located on the Namekagon River in Wisconsin. They have requested to use the Traditional Licensing Process, which was approved by the Director of the Division of Hydropower Licensing. This notice also initiates consultation with various agencies under several environmental and historic preservation acts. Northern States is designated as the Commission's non-federal representative to carry out these consultations, and they have committed to submitting the application for the new license by November 30, 2023.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) approved exemptions for PSEG Nuclear, LLC, allowing it to transfer earnings from nuclear decommissioning trust funds into specific subaccounts without prior notification. These exemptions pertain to funds at Hope Creek Generating Station, Salem Generating Station, and Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station, and are intended for activities that don't strictly fall under "decommissioning" as defined by existing regulations. The NRC confirmed these changes will not jeopardize the safe decommissioning of the reactors and concluded there are no significant environmental impacts from this decision. The exemptions are immediately effective and will expire once each reactor permanently ceases operations and removes nuclear fuel.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received a request from the Alabama Power Company to use the lands and waters of the Martin Dam Hydroelectric Project in Alabama for non-project purposes. Specifically, they seek approval for Harmony Cove, LLC to build a residential dock for 16 watercrafts, which would be part of a common area in the Harmony Cove Subdivision. Interested parties can submit comments, motions to intervene, or protests by February 14, 2025, through the Commission's eFiling or eComment system. Public inquiries and assistance are available through the Commission's Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted an application from the Alabama Power Company for the non-project use of lands and waters at the Martin Dam Hydroelectric Project in Alabama. The company wants to build new and modify existing docks to accommodate more watercraft. The commission is inviting comments and motions to intervene regarding this proposal by February 14, 2025. Public comments, protests, and motions can be submitted online or by mail, following the provided guidelines.