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Pacific Gas and Electric Company had asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to change a requirement for ramping rates, which involves controlling the flow of water in hydroelectric power projects, for a project at the Battle Creek Hydroelectric Project. After initially seeking to alter this requirement, the company decided to withdraw their request on November 14, 2024. No one opposed this withdrawal, and the Commission accepted it, making the withdrawal effective on November 29, 2024, thus ending the proceedings.

The U.S. Department of Energy's Office intends to issue an amendment for grant applications to improve power grid resilience under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This amendment, expected in February 2025, will allow current and new applicants to seek formula grant allocations for fiscal year 2025. To apply, new applicants must complete several pre-application tasks, including registration with relevant systems, before submission. It emphasizes modernizing grid infrastructure and supporting clean energy goals.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has started an investigation into the Upper Missouri G. & T. Electric Cooperative, Inc., focusing on whether their Formula Rate and Wholesale Power Contracts are unfair or discriminatory. This action is pursuant to section 206 of the Federal Power Act. FERC has set the refund effective date as the date when this notice is published in the Federal Register. Interested parties have 21 days from the order's issuance date to file a notice if they want to participate in the proceedings, and FERC encourages electronic submissions through their website.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announced a technical conference to discuss credit risk management in organized wholesale electric markets. This conference, held electronically on February 25 and 26, 2021, featured several panels with experts discussing topics such as credit principles, risk management structures, and the impact of market design on credit risk. The event was open to the public and aimed to explore best practices and potential reforms to enhance credit policies in these markets. Transcripts of the conference were available for purchase from Ace-Federal Reporters, Inc.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that Pacific Gas and Electric Company filed an application for a new major license for the Phoenix Hydroelectric Project, located on the South Fork Stanislaus River in California. The project includes several structures such as a dam, reservoir, and powerhouse. The public is invited to file protests or motions to intervene within 60 days from the notice's issuance. Interested individuals can access more information and file comments electronically through the Commission's website.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is conducting an investigation to determine if Potomac Electric Power Company's proposed depreciation rates are unfair or illegal. This was initiated on December 30, 2020, under Docket No. EL21-28-000, and the refund effective date will be the day this notice is published in the Federal Register. Interested parties must file for intervention with FERC within 21 days of the order's issuance, and submissions are encouraged to be electronic due to COVID-19 related restrictions. For assistance, FERC can be contacted online or via phone.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a notice on January 15, 2025, responding to two petitions for reconsideration regarding the "New Source Performance Standards for Greenhouse Gas Emissions" rules for fossil fuel-fired power plants. The EPA reviewed the requests but decided to deny or partially deny them, with detailed reasons provided in a decision document. This decision keeps the existing standards in place. Individuals or organizations wishing to challenge this decision must file in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit by March 17, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to correct errors and clarify certain provisions from a rule that was published on May 8, 2024. This original rule set regulations for managing coal combustion residuals (CCR) under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The agency encourages the public to comment on these proposed corrections, which aim to align the rule's text with EPA's initial intentions. If no significant objections arise, the corrections will go into effect without further action; otherwise, the EPA will withdraw the relevant portions and respond to public comments before finalizing the rule.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a direct final rule to correct and clarify errors in a previous rule regarding the management of coal combustion residuals (CCR) from electric utilities. Published on January 16, 2025, this rule focuses on legacy CCR surface impoundments and CCR management units, updating several regulatory sections to address inconsistencies and unclear language. Key changes include revised deadlines, more unified compliance guidelines, and enhanced definitions. These amendments ensure the rule aligns with existing standards and the EPA's original intent.

The Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 allows mine operators or miner representatives to propose alternative safety methods if they can ensure equal or better safety compared to current standards. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reviews such petitions and provides decisions which can include approval, partial approval, or denial. This notice lists petitions that were approved by MSHA between April 20, 2019, and December 14, 2020. The document includes detailed information on the affected regulations and corresponding mines.