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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8355
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    Microsoft Energy LLC has applied for permission to set its own rates for electricity, and they are asking for the ability to issue securities and take on debt in the future without going through additional approvals. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced that people who want to comment or oppose this request must submit their opinions by February 18, 2021. While electronic submissions are preferred, paper submissions are also accepted. The FERC has suspended public visits to their Reference Room due to COVID-19 precautions.

    Simple Explanation

    Microsoft Energy wants permission to set their own prices for electricity and to borrow money or issue stocks without asking for permission each time. People can say if they think this is a good idea by sending their thoughts by February 18, 2021, but sending comments on the computer is easier because their office is closed to visitors right now.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9499
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is investigating a rate decrease proposed by System Energy Resources, Inc. to see if it is unfair or unlawful. The investigation was launched under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act and is detailed in Docket No. EL21-24-000. FERC is allowing interested people to participate by filing a notice or motion to intervene within 21 days after their order was issued. Due to COVID-19 precautions, FERC encourages electronic document submissions and has limited access to physical resources.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is checking if a company's plan to lower prices is fair. People who want to share their thoughts have to let the government know soon, and because of COVID-19, they want things to be done online.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11529
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced a meeting of its Advisory Committee of State Regulators, which will take place on March 18, 2021. The meeting aims to discuss policies affecting state-chartered financial institutions across the U.S. Due to COVID-19 precautions, the public can attend the meeting online via a live webcast, and a recorded version will be available two weeks later. Individuals needing accommodations to participate can contact the FDIC in advance.

    Simple Explanation

    The FDIC is having a special meeting to talk about rules for banks that are managed by states, and people can watch it live on the internet. Because of the coronavirus, they're being extra careful and letting people know they can ask for help if they need it to watch or join the meeting.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 1488
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Energy's Office of Electricity is holding an open meeting of the Electricity Advisory Committee on February 3-4, 2021, via WebEx, due to COVID-19 precautions. The meeting will cover various topics such as electric sector developments, energy storage, integration into bulk power supply, and grid resilience. Public participation is welcome, with attendees needing to register in advance, and a portion of the meeting is reserved for public comments. Further details and updates can be found on the Department of Energy's Electricity Advisory Committee webpage.

    Simple Explanation

    The electricity "helpers" are having a chat over the internet on February 3-4, 2021, where people can listen in, ask questions, and talk for a little bit, but need to sign up online first.