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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced various filings related to electric companies and utilities. These filings include applications for changes in corporate status, self-certification notices for exempt wholesale generators, rate filings, and compliance documents. The filings come from several applicants, including Brookfield Asset Management Inc., Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc., Southern California Edison Company, and others, with various deadlines for comments. Additionally, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation has filed a petition for the approval of proposed reliability standards related to cybersecurity. Interested parties can view these filings in FERC's eLibrary system and may intervene or protest according to FERC's Regulations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve West Virginia's plan to address visibility issues caused by air pollution in national parks and wilderness areas, known as Class I areas. This decision reverses a previous proposal to disapprove the state's plan. The approval is based on West Virginia's measures to control emissions and the conclusion that no further actions are needed to improve visibility during the specified period. The EPA's decision reflects a change in their policy, suggesting that if current air conditions are below a certain improvement mark, states are meeting progress requirements.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received several corporate and rate filings from a range of companies concerning energy projects across the United States. These filings include requests for changes in energy rates, certifications for exempt wholesale generator status, and applications for transmission services. Interested parties have until specified dates to submit comments or protests via the Commission's electronic filing system. The Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public with engaging in these proceedings.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has submitted a request to renew an information collection about operator simulator training data, titled "Collection of Operator Simulator Training Data," to the Office of Management and Budget for review. The information collected comes from license holders and applicants for power reactor licenses, excluding those with decommissioned facilities. The data aids in training and improving the Scenario Authoring, Characterization, and Debriefing Application (SACADA) software used for simulator training and human reliability analysis. The NRC encourages licensees to voluntarily participate in utilizing this software for their training, offering support and access in exchange for data sharing to enhance training and analysis techniques.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from ICG Beckley, LLC for a modification to existing mine safety standards. The company wants to use unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs), specifically the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800, in certain mining environments. These devices are suggested as alternatives to the discontinued 3M Airstream helmet, providing respiratory protection from coal mine dust. ICG Beckley argues that their use will maintain or enhance miner safety, even though these devices aren't MSHA approved. They propose extensive training, regular inspections, and strict conditions for using these PAPRs to ensure miner safety.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is reviewing a request from ICG Beckley, LLC to change a safety regulation. Specifically, they want to use newer, unapproved air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) in certain mining areas where older versions were used but have been discontinued. The petition explains why these new devices are safe and why sticking to the old rule could make things less safe for miners. Comments on this request must be sent to MSHA by April 21, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice about various filings related to electric rate changes and contractual amendments. These filings include tariff amendments and rate filings submitted by companies like Southwest Power Pool, Inc., Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC, and others. Each filing details changes such as tariff cancellations, amendments to service agreements, and request authorizations, with specific effective dates ranging from late 2020 to early 2021. Members of the public wishing to comment or protest have deadlines specified for each docket number to ensure their participation in the process.

The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has scheduled the final phase of investigations into whether solar panel imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam are harming the U.S. industry by being subsidized and sold at unfairly low prices. The investigations will assess the impact on the U.S. industry and include a public hearing on April 15, 2025. Various technical exclusions are detailed for specific types of solar panels. Additionally, the ITC has outlined procedures for participation, including the handling of business proprietary information.

Rural Development, part of the USDA, is adopting seven Categorical Exclusions (CEs) from the Department of Energy to use in their programs, under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These CEs will help streamline environmental reviews for projects improving infrastructure like electric power, water systems, and renewable energy in rural areas. The agency has consulted with the DOE to ensure appropriateness and plans to apply these CEs while considering environmental impact safeguards. This decision aims to enhance the efficiency of RD projects while maintaining environmental compliance.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has announced the final stage of investigations into whether the American industry is harmed by crystalline silicon photovoltaic products (solar panels) imported from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. These products are suspected of being subsidized and sold at less-than-fair market value in the U.S., which could negatively impact American businesses. The investigations, in response to a petition filed by the American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee, will determine if tariffs or other measures are necessary to address any unfair trade practices. Public hearings and submission opportunities are scheduled as part of the investigation process.