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The City of Pasadena, California submitted a tariff filing on December 23, 2020, regarding the annual revision of its Transmission Revenue Balancing Account Adjustment, effective January 1, 2021. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is inviting interested individuals to comment, intervene, or protest this filing, following specific procedural rules. Due to the COVID-19 National Emergency, FERC has suspended access to its Public Reference Room, encouraging electronic submissions instead, although mail is still an alternative. The deadline for comment submissions is 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on January 19, 2021.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced its intention to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a new advanced nuclear reactor technology park at the Clinch River Nuclear Site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This project includes evaluating various environmental effects associated with building, operating, and dismantling advanced nuclear reactors, with a total power output not exceeding 800 megawatts. The public is invited to provide feedback on the proposed action and alternatives until March 19, 2021. TVA plans to consider environmental, social, and economic impacts, and anticipates the completion of the final report by Spring 2022.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced it received several filings regarding exempt wholesale generator status and electric rate filings. Companies like Cottonwood Bayou Storage, Knox County Wind Farm, and Carousel Wind submitted self-certifications for exempt wholesale generator status. Several organizations, including PJM Interconnection and AEP Texas, filed amendments and requests related to electric rates and interconnection agreements. Community members and stakeholders can view these filings and submit comments by the specified deadlines to participate in the proceedings.

The Department of Commerce issued a correction to a previous notice regarding the review of countervailing duties on aluminum extrusions from China for the year 2018. This correction addresses the omission of three companies—Shenyang Yuanda Aluminum Industry Engineering Co. Ltd., Summit Heat Sinks Metal Co., Ltd., and Wenzhou Yongtai Electric Co. Ltd.—from the final results document. Each of these companies was assigned a subsidy rate of 242.15%. The corrected notice now includes these companies in the subsidy rates table alongside the other six companies that were part of the review.

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation on April 8, 2025, to extend the compliance timeline for certain coal-fired power plants regarding a rule established by the Environmental Protection Agency. The rule, initially set to be fully complied with by July 8, 2027, mandates stricter emissions standards that require yet-to-be developed technology. The proclamation grants a two-year exemption until July 8, 2029, allowing these plants to follow previous standards. This decision was made to protect national security and the economy, and to avoid potential job losses and energy shortages.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) announced a series of public meetings for February 18, 2021, with no further meetings scheduled through the end of March. One significant meeting includes an affirmation session dealing with appeals from Holtec International and DTE Electric Co., and a briefing on Equal Employment Opportunity and Small Business. Due to COVID-19, no physical attendance is permitted; instead, the public can join via webcast or teleconference. The NRC's general meeting schedule is available online, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to exempt wholesale generator status and electric rate filings. Companies like Dry Lake East Energy Center, LLC and Key Energy Storage, LLC submitted notices for self-certification. Other entities, including Puget Sound Energy, NorthWestern Corporation, TransCanada Power Marketing Ltd., and PacifiCorp, have filed various electric rate and compliance documents, with specific deadlines for public comments. Interested parties must adhere to FERC's regulations if they wish to protest or intervene in these proceedings.

The President issued Executive Order 14154 titled "Unleashing American Energy," aiming to promote energy exploration and production on federal lands, eliminate certain regulatory barriers, and encourage the American energy sector's growth. The order revokes several environmental executive orders from the previous administration and calls for an immediate review of agency actions that may hinder domestic energy resource development. It emphasizes efficient permitting processes, prioritizes accuracy in environmental assessments, and seeks to boost the United States' role in global mineral production. Additionally, it stops funding distribution for initiatives aligned with the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act until they are reviewed for consistency with the new policies.

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E), the current license holder for the Battle Creek Hydroelectric Project in California, has notified the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission that it will not apply for a new license. This means PG&E cannot apply again, nor can it team up with non-license holders to do so. Others interested in applying for the license must submit a Notice of Intent and application documents by November 2021, with final license applications due by July 31, 2024. The existing license for the 36.1-megawatt project, which involves multiple structures like reservoirs and transmission lines, will expire on July 31, 2026.

The Department of Energy is holding a meeting for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) in Nevada. This hybrid meeting, offering both in-person and virtual participation options, is scheduled for January 15, 2025. The Board, responsible for providing advice on issues such as clean-up activities, waste management, and future land use, will allow public comments. Anyone interested in attending or participating must contact the board's administrator by January 13, 2025.