Will-Power UT, LLC Registration as Large-Scale Generation Provider
The Utah Public Service Commission has registered Will-Power UT, LLC as a Large-Scale Generation Provider. The filings include an application for a closed private generation contract and associated agreements, with Rocky Mountain Power petitioning to intervene.
Michael Dunfee - Violation Notice and Evidentiary Hearing
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has scheduled an evidentiary hearing for March 30, 2026, concerning a notice of apparent violation issued to Michael A. Dunfee. This action indicates a potential enforcement proceeding related to utility operations.
Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC; Revised Schedule for Environmental Review
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC's Cape Cod Canal Pipeline Relocation Project. This notice revises the schedule for the environmental review of the project, providing updated timelines for the ongoing assessment.
Combined Notice of Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a combined notice of filings published in the Federal Register on March 30, 2026. This notice, identified by citation 91 FR 15607, serves as an informational update regarding recent filings.
Combined Notice of Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published a combined notice of filings made on March 30, 2026. This notice, published in the Federal Register, serves as an informational update on recent submissions to the commission.
NRC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has posted a Sunshine Act meeting notice for a meeting held on March 25, 2026. The agenda included tentative final rules on Categorical Exclusions from Environmental Review and a Regulatory Framework for Advanced Reactors. The meeting was affirmed with less than one week notice.
NRC Seeks Comment on Draft EIS for Paducah Laser Enrichment Facility
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public comment on a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Global Laser Enrichment, LLC's proposed Paducah Laser Enrichment Facility in Kentucky. The draft EIS evaluates the environmental impacts of constructing and operating a uranium enrichment facility.
MPSC Approves Six Energy Storage Contracts Totaling 1,332 MW
The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) approved six energy storage contracts totaling 1,332 MW to enhance grid reliability. These approvals support DTE Electric's integrated resource plan and a new data center development, marking a significant step in the state's energy transition.
Commission Approves $226 Million for Consumers Energy Grid Reliability
The Michigan Public Service Commission approved a $276.6 million rate increase for Consumers Energy to fund grid reliability improvements, including $226 million for specific programs aimed at reducing power outages. The decision authorizes rate adjustments that will result in a typical residential customer seeing a monthly bill increase of $6.46.
Audit of Fermi Research Alliance LLC Costs FY21-22
The DOE Office of Inspector General, through the Defense Contract Audit Agency, audited Fermi Research Alliance LLC's costs for FY21-22. The audit questioned approximately $9.9 million in performance award fees and $142,463 in direct costs, including improper holiday pay claims.
Page Not Found Error on Energy.gov
The Department of Energy Office of Inspector General (DOE OIG) is issuing a notice regarding a page not found error on Energy.gov. The notice indicates that the requested page for audit DOE OIG 25-25 could not be located.
Audit of Consolidated Nuclear Security's Claimed Costs for Nuclear Facilities
The DOE Office of Inspector General audited $5.87 billion in costs claimed by Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC for managing nuclear facilities between FY 2016-2018. The audit identified $324,000 in questioned costs for unworked overtime and improper subcontract classifications, leading to two recommendations for improvement.
DOE Unclassified Cybersecurity Program Weaknesses Identified in FY2025
The DOE Office of Inspector General identified weaknesses in the Department of Energy's unclassified cybersecurity program for Fiscal Year 2025. The report details 33 findings, including 13 repeat issues and a significant deficiency in access controls over financial systems, potentially compromising information systems and data.
Audit of Jefferson Science Associates Costs FY2022-2023
The DOE Office of Inspector General, through the Defense Contract Audit Agency, audited Jefferson Science Associates' costs for FY2022-2023. The audit questioned approximately $6.3 million in performance award fees included in the General and Administrative pool, finding them improperly classified as costs.
ERA Board Approves Marsa Power Station and Poligas Ltd Permits
The Environmental and Resources Authority (ERA) Malta Board approved permit renewals for the Marsa Power Station operated by Enemalta plc and an acetylene-production facility by Poligas Ltd. The board also approved modifications for waste stream acceptance at Schembri Barbros Ltd and a tree transplanting application by Żejtun Local Council.
Argent LNG seeks LNG export authorization
The Department of Energy (DOE) has received an application from Argent LNG, LLC, seeking authorization to export domestically produced liquefied natural gas (LNG) from its proposed terminal in Louisiana. The application requests authorization to export up to approximately 1,293.75 billion cubic feet per year to non-free trade agreement countries.
Venture Global LNG application to export more natural gas
The Department of Energy (DOE) has received an application from Venture Global Plaquemines LNG to amend its authorization to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) to non-free trade agreement countries. The company seeks to increase its authorized export volume by approximately 467.67 billion cubic feet per year.
FERC Electric Corporate and Rate Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received multiple electric corporate and rate filings. These include applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act, refund reports, notices of change in status, and tariff amendments from various energy companies and system operators. Comment periods for these filings range from March 30, 2026, to April 14, 2026.
FERC Notice of Natural Gas Pipeline Rate and Refund Report Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received multiple filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refund reports. These include applications for amended certificates, tariff updates, and annual reports from various pipeline companies. The filings have specific comment deadlines in early April 2026.
FERC Notice of Off-the-Record Communications
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a public notice regarding the receipt of prohibited and exempt off-the-record communications. This notice lists specific communications received by the Secretary of the Commission, including those from FERC Staff, a U.S. Senator, and a U.S. Representative, along with an email communication.
Order for Case 2025-00365 - Information Request to Joint Intervenors
The Kentucky Public Service Commission has issued an order in Case No. 2025-00365, requiring Appalachian Citizens’ Law Center and Mountain Association to provide specific information by April 15, 2026. This request pertains to Kentucky Power Company's demand-side management programs and cost recovery.
Kentucky American Water Company seeks $100M debt authority
The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued an order regarding Kentucky American Water Company's application to issue up to $100,000,000 in debt by December 31, 2027. The order addresses the legal standard for utility debt issuance and the company's request to participate in a borrowing program.
Citipower Gas Cost Recovery Rate Report Approval
The Kentucky Public Service Commission approved Citipower, LLC's Gas Cost Recovery (GCR) rate report for April 1, 2026. The approved GCR rate of $6.4857 per Mcf represents a decrease of $0.7036 per Mcf from the previous rate.
Order on LG&E/KU Rate Adjustment Motions
The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued an order addressing motions for corrections and clarification filed by Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities Company (KU) regarding a prior rate increase approval. The order also addresses multiple petitions for rehearing and reconsideration filed by various parties, including LG&E/KU, Joint Intervenors, and the Broadband and Cable Association.
PSC Order on LG&E/KU Base Rate Increase and Pole Attachment Rates
The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued an order approving an increase in base rates for Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities Company (KU). Following the order, LG&E/KU filed updated pole attachment rates, and various parties, including intervenors and the Attorney General, have filed motions for rehearing, reconsideration, and clarification.
Mountain Water District Rate Adjustment - Decision Without Hearing
The Kentucky Public Service Commission granted Mountain Water District's motion to proceed with a decision on its water rate adjustment application without a formal hearing. The Commission denied the request to close the record on March 31, 2026, allowing for further information requests.
Laurel County Water District No. 2 Water Rate Adjustment Order
The Kentucky Public Service Commission has amended the procedural schedule for Laurel County Water District No. 2's water rate adjustment application. The deadline for the Commission Staff's Report is extended to April 28, 2026, and the district must respond to information requests by the amended schedule dates.
Kentucky Power Company Information Request
The Kentucky Public Service Commission has issued a third request for information to Kentucky Power Company regarding its demand-side management programs. Kentucky Power is required to provide electronic responses to specific questions by April 15, 2026.
Kentucky Power Company Informal Conference Scheduled
The Kentucky Public Service Commission has scheduled an informal conference for April 1, 2026, to discuss issues raised in Kentucky Power Company's motion for rehearing filed on March 20, 2026. The conference will address rate adjustments and other regulatory matters.
Technical Conference and Workshop on Electricity Wheeling
The Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission has announced a technical conference and stakeholder workshop to discuss Hawaiian Electric's Retail Wheeling Straw Proposal. The meeting will review the current record, stakeholder feedback, and identify next steps for developing a retail wheeling program.
Public Notice: Railbelt Reliability Council ERO Standards
The Alaska Regulatory Commission has issued a public notice regarding the Railbelt Reliability Council's ERO Standards. This notice informs the public about the adoption of these standards, which are intended to enhance reliability within the Railbelt energy system.
PacifiCorp Clean Energy Plan Investigation
The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) has opened Docket 250617 to investigate PacifiCorp's 2025 Clean Energy Implementation Plan. The company, doing business as Pacific Power & Light Company, filed its plan pursuant to state regulations, and the status is currently pending.