Energy

PHMSA Announces 2026 Pipeline Safety R&D Forum

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced its 2026 Pipeline Safety Research and Development Forum. The event will take place from March 31 to April 1, 2026. Public input on research gaps can be submitted year-round.

Hazardous Materials Special Permits Granted/Denied

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a notice regarding actions taken on hazardous materials special permits. One public comment was received concerning these actions.

PHMSA Hazardous Materials Safety Research Forum Notice

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a notice announcing the 2026 Hazardous Materials Safety Research, Development, and Technology Forum. The forum is scheduled to take place from March 31 to April 2, 2026. This notice serves to inform interested parties about the upcoming event.

Pipeline Safety: Sable Offshore Seeks Special Permit for Deviation

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a notice regarding a request for a special permit by Sable Offshore Corp. for a pipeline safety deviation. The notice is open for public comment until March 26, 2026.

PHMSA Advisory Bulletin on Pipeline Incident Reporting

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued an advisory bulletin regarding pipeline incident reporting rules. This notice clarifies requirements for reporting incidents to the National Response Center.

Ofgem Decision on Market Arrangements for Multi-Purpose Interconnectors

Ofgem has decided to implement Offshore Bidding Zones (OBZs) with implicit trading arrangements as the preferred market model for Multi-Purpose Interconnectors (MPIs). This decision follows a consultation on market arrangements and aims to improve market efficiency and integrate offshore renewables. Further development of the regulatory framework is ongoing.

Ofgem Energy Trading Registration Database Update

Ofgem has updated the public version of the GB REMIT registration database, which contains non-confidential data on registered market participants. This data, including names and registration codes, is published monthly.

Ofgem Decision on NESO's Annual C9 Review Submission

Ofgem has responded to the National Energy System Operator's (NESO) annual submission of revisions to its Electricity System Operator licence condition C9 statements. Ofgem has decided not to use its veto powers, allowing the proposed revisions to proceed.

Ofgem: Electricity Distribution GSOP Payments Adjusted for 2026-2027

Ofgem has published guidance detailing adjustments to Guaranteed Standards of Performance (GSOP) payments for electricity distribution network operators for the 2026-2027 regulatory year. These adjustments reflect inflation and are effective from April 1, 2026.

Energy Price Cap Reduction for Households

Ofgem announced that the energy price cap will fall by £117 (7%) for a typical household between April 1 and June 30, 2026. This reduction is attributed to the end of certain environmental and social scheme funding and a decrease in global wholesale energy prices, partially offset by increased network costs.