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XTS LLC has applied to the U.S. Department of Energy for permission to export electricity from the United States to Mexico, as per the Federal Power Act. XTS is a power marketer operating in Texas, and it plans to buy electricity from various suppliers and sell it to customers. The application states that XTS does not own any power generation facilities and will ensure its activities do not affect the reliability of U.S. electric power supplies. People can comment on the application by January 21, 2025, and the Department of Energy will evaluate its environmental impact and the effect on U.S. power supply before making a decision.

OIKO Energy Inc. has applied to the Department of Energy for permission to export electric energy from the United States to Canada. This application, submitted on October 31, 2024, is for a five-year term. OIKO, a company based in Quebec, Canada, is looking to work as a power marketer and has stated that its operations will not affect the energy supply or reliability in the U.S. The public can submit comments or objections regarding this application until January 21, 2025, and a decision will be made after assessing environmental impacts and energy supply concerns.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) determined that more stringent energy conservation standards for small electric motors (SEMs) are not cost-effective, so existing standards will remain unchanged. The analysis by DOE found that while technically feasible improvements exist for SEMs, the costs of implementing them would outweigh the energy savings benefits for consumers. As a result, the standards set by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) will not be amended because they would not be economically justified. This decision concludes that the potential energy conservation from new standards would not meet significant conservation thresholds under the current criteria.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has reviewed the Empire District Electric Company's application to operate the Ozark Beach Hydroelectric Project on the White River in Missouri. They have prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA), which finds that the project, with necessary environmental protections, will not significantly impact the environment. The public can view the EA online and has 30 days to file comments. FERC encourages electronic comments but accepts paper submissions as well. The Office of Public Participation is available to assist with inquiries and help the public engage with the process.

The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy has released a notice providing data and analysis regarding proposed energy conservation standards for portable electric spas, a type of hot tub. Public comments on this proposal are welcome until February 18, 2025, and can be submitted through various methods including an online portal, email, and mail. This notice builds on previous evaluations and incorporates comments from earlier related publications. The agency is examining the potential impact of such standards on both consumers and spa manufacturers.

Pacific Gas & Electric has applied for a temporary change in water flow from the Haas-Kings Hydroelectric Project in California, specifically to stop supplemental water releases into Dinkey Creek for a period in early 2025. This is necessary to replace and test a turbine shut-off valve, which requires dewatering parts of the system. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) examined the environmental impact of this change and concluded it wouldn't significantly affect the environment. The detailed Environmental Assessment (EA) is available on the FERC website, and public inquiries can be directed to the Commission's Office of Public Participation.

Powerex Corp. has applied to renew its authorization to export electric energy from the United States to Canada for five years. The export must comply with the Federal Power Act and regulations, as well as reliability standards from the North American Electricity Reliability Corporation. Powerex does not own any electricity generation facilities but instead markets power purchased from third-party suppliers. Any comments or motions regarding the application should be submitted by January 21, 2025.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering an amendment to the operating license of the Callaway Plant, Unit No. 1, operated by Union Electric Company, also known as Ameren Missouri. The proposed amendment would allow the plant to operate with 52 control rods during its 28th cycle, instead of the currently required 53, due to a slowed drop time observed in one control rod. The NRC plans to issue the amendment if it determines that it does not involve significant hazards. The public can comment on this proposal or request a hearing by specific deadlines.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reviewed Pacific Gas and Electric Company's request to amend the license for the Battle Creek Hydroelectric Project, which is part of the Battle Creek Salmon and Steelhead Restoration Project. As part of the planned Phase 2, several old dams would be removed, although a previously proposed connector tunnel will not be included. FERC's environmental assessment concluded these changes would not have a significant negative impact on the environment. The assessment and related documents are available on the FERC website, and public comments can be submitted electronically or by mail until May 5, 2025.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) filed a petition with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on February 5, 2021. They are asking FERC to issue a declaratory order that the California State Water Resources Control Board has waived its authority to certify the McCloud Pit-Hydroelectric Project under the Clean Water Act. Interested parties can comment on this petition until March 8, 2021. The petition and submission details are available on FERC's website.