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The Susquehanna River Basin Commission held a meeting on March 13, 2025, where they approved several water resource projects. They adopted a resolution for a general permit about water diversions into the basin and postponed another resolution related to dry cooling to June. They approved actions on 24 projects and listed them, including water withdrawals and consumptive use applications from different facilities across Pennsylvania and New York. Additionally, they tabled a project application from the Fredericksburg Sewer and Water Authority for further consideration.

The Department of Defense has identified several companies as "Chinese military companies" in accordance with the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act. This list includes entities such as 360 Security Technology, Huawei, and Tencent Holdings, among others. These designations mean the companies are linked to the Chinese military, and the list must be updated and published annually until 2030. Companies on this list have the option to request reconsideration if they believe they were wrongly included.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a notice detailing why the BLM Director rejected the Montana Governor's suggestions on the management plan for the Miles City Field Office. The Governor argued that the plan didn’t align with Montana’s policies on state trust lands, energy strategy, and coal revenue. However, the BLM Director found that the recommendations did not reasonably balance state and federal interests, partly because the plan does not affect state land decisions. The BLM ensures the plan complies with federal laws, considering both state and national interests.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established tolerances for residues of the pesticide tetraniliprole in various agricultural commodities. This regulation, effective February 24, 2021, sets specific limits on the amount of tetraniliprole that can be present in foods like vegetables, fruits, and nuts, to ensure safety under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). These tolerance levels were determined by evaluating the available scientific data and considering potential exposure risks, especially to infants and children. The EPA ensures that these tolerance levels are safe and align with international standards whenever possible.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection, part of the Department of Homeland Security, has announced that Intertek USA, Inc., located in Kapolei, HI, has been approved as a commercial gauger. This approval allows the company to measure petroleum and certain petroleum products for customs purposes for three years, starting from August 2, 2023. Those who wish to confirm this approval for specific services can contact the provided number or email. The next inspection for Intertek is scheduled for August 2026.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has updated its regulations under the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978. This final rule expands the definition of qualifying cogeneration facilities to include fuel cell systems that use waste heat in a process to produce hydrogen, covering systems beyond just solid oxide fuel cells. The aim is to recognize technological advancements and promote efficient energy generation using fuel cells with integrated steam hydrocarbon reformation processes. This change encourages more efficient energy production and supports the evolving energy landscape while complying with existing environmental and energy conservation laws.

The U.S. Department of Commerce and the International Trade Commission have decided to continue the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe from China. This decision came after determining that ending these duties could lead to the recurrence of unfair pricing and subsidies that harm U.S. industries. The duties, originally started in 2008, will remain in place with U.S. Customs and Border Protection collecting deposits at rates existing at the time of entry. The decision is set to be effective from December 17, 2024.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is planning a recovery planning workshop for the Beringia Distinct Population Segment of bearded seals and the Arctic ringed seals, both listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The workshop aims to gather information and insights from experts but will not seek consensus on recovery strategies. Scheduled for January 23-24, 2025, in Anchorage, Alaska, the event is open to the public, and contributions of information to aid in recovery planning are welcomed. Topics of interest include potential recovery criteria, human-related threats, environmental challenges, and necessary recovery actions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved revisions to Nebraska's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. These revisions ensure that Nebraska's program remains as strict as federal standards and will now be federally enforceable, though they don't add new requirements for the state's regulated community. The approval process involved Nebraska submitting a comprehensive application detailing its program and enforcement mechanisms. The revised program will become effective on February 7, 2025, unless adverse comments are submitted by January 8, 2025. If any opposing comments are received, the EPA may withdraw the rule to address those concerns.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing updates to the Standards of Performance for stationary combustion turbines and gas turbines to better control emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOX) and sulfur dioxide (SO2). Based on a review required by the Clean Air Act, these amendments aim to establish new subcategories and lower NOX emission limits by using improved technologies like post-combustion selective catalytic reduction (SCR). These changes are expected to reduce environmental impacts, particularly for new and reconstructed turbines, and address concerns about turbines that may co-fire with hydrogen. The proposal also considers public comments and suggestions regarding technical updates and regulatory simplifications.