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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to update its rules concerning the storage of spent nuclear fuel. This involves changes to the MAGNASTOR® Storage System, including adding a new cask design and increasing certain load capacities. The NRC believes these changes will enhance the system's performance. They are seeking public comments on these proposed revisions until April 21, 2025, through their website.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing updates to the spent fuel regulations regarding the NAC International, Inc. MAGNASTOR® Storage System. This proposal aims to include Amendment No. 14 and revisions to Amendment Nos. 0 through 13 for the certificate of compliance. These revisions involve enhancing evaluation methods for tipover accidents, clarifying specifications related to reactor fuel assemblies, and correcting typographical errors. The NRC invites public comments on this proposal by February 3, 2025.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued three Interim Staff Guidance (ISG) documents to update the aging management criteria for mechanical, structural, and electrical components in their subsequent license renewal (SLR) guidance documents. These ISGs update NUREG-2191 and NUREG-2192, which help with the preparation and review of license renewal applications for nuclear power plants. The revisions include updates to recommended aging management programs, changes to review items, and new guidance sections. These guidelines are aimed at clarifying the existing instructions and easing the application process for SLRs.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is announcing several electric rate filings made by different companies like PJM Interconnection, Jackson Fuller Energy Storage, LLC, and PacifiCorp, among others. The filings detail changes to service agreements, tariff amendments, and status changes for various energy projects, with specified effective dates mostly in 2024 and 2025. The public is invited to comment on these filings by specific dates and can access detailed information via the Commission's eLibrary system. The document also explains how the Office of Public Participation can assist the public in navigating these processes.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received several filings regarding energy projects and rate changes. These include applications for self-certification as exempt wholesale generators by BHS Solar, LLC; Flat Fork Solar, LLC; and Bronson Solar, LLC. There are also several electric rate filings from companies like Constellation Mystic Power, LLC, and Oxbow Solar, LLC, as well as tariff amendments and applications for market-based rate authorizations from other energy companies. Public comments on these filings are due by early March 2025, and the Commission encourages interested parties to submit their feedback.

Powerhouse Systems, LLC has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a subsequent minor license related to the Weston Dam Project located on the Upper Ammonoosuc River in New Hampshire. The project features a 220-foot-long dam, two turbine-generator units, and a 300-foot transmission line but does not include recreation facilities. FERC encourages the public to submit scoping comments by December 27, 2024, as part of the environmental review process under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). FERC's Office of Public Participation is available to assist the public in engaging with the commission's proceedings.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) granted Constellation Energy Generation, LLC an exemption regarding their LaSalle County Station in Illinois. This exemption permits the storage of spent nuclear fuel in a special type of cask that doesn't fully comply with existing certification requirements. The NRC determined this is safe and doesn't pose a threat to public safety or security. Without this exemption, the company would face operational challenges and increased safety risks, including potential delays and additional radiation exposure.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is updating its rules for storing spent nuclear fuel by revising the compliance certificate for the Holtec International HI-STORM UMAX Canister Storage System. The changes include updating specifications for radiation protection, altering the dose rate limit values, and clarifying where dose rate measurements should be taken. This updated rule is expected to take effect on April 21, 2025, unless there are significant objections by March 6, 2025. The NRC has determined that these changes will not significantly impact public health, safety, or the environment.

The document is a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission outlining recent filings for exempt wholesale generator status by several companies, including Roadrunner Solar LLC and Wizard Energy Storage LLC, among others. These filings relate to the companies' applications to be recognized as exempt from certain regulations if they meet specific criteria. Additionally, the notice includes filings about electric rate and securities issues involving companies like Versant Power and Northern Maine Independent System Administrator, Inc. Interested parties can access these filings online and must intervene by specific deadlines to participate in related proceedings.

On December 18, 2024, the U.S. Court of International Trade issued a decision that resulted in changes to the countervailing duty (CVD) rates for Risen Energy Co., Ltd., a producer from China involved in exporting crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells to the U.S. This decision overruled a previous finding by the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding subsidies provided to Risen Energy, specifically removing a 5.46% rate related to the Export Buyer's Credit Program. The Department of Commerce is amending the final results of its administrative review to reflect this decision and will adjust cash deposit instructions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection accordingly.