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PSE Wildfire Insurance Costs Filing with Washington Utilities Commission

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has filed proposed revisions with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission to increase its revenue requirement by $23.4 million for wildfire prevention and insurance costs. This filing seeks to recover previously deferred wildfire insurance premiums and update forecasted expenses.

ACER Report on Danish Gas Tariffs and Pipeline Costs

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has released a report assessing Danish gas transmission tariffs. The report evaluates the proposed reference price methodology against EU Network Code requirements, highlighting a need for greater transparency on upstream pipeline costs.

ACER Consultation on EU Power Purchase Agreements Market

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) is launching a public consultation on developments and initiatives in the EU Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) market. The consultation aims to identify challenges and factors affecting the PPA market across Member States.

ACER supports certification of first European hydrogen transmission network operator

The European Union Agency for Cooperation between Energy Regulators (ACER) has published an opinion supporting the certification of GAZ-SYSTEM as the first European hydrogen transmission network operator. This opinion is part of the certification process under the Hydrogen and Gas Decarbonisation Package, ensuring compliance with EU ownership unbundling rules.

Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission - PSE Rate Increase Dockets Consolidated

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has consolidated dockets UE-260005 and UG-260006 concerning Puget Sound Energy's (PSE) proposed electric and natural gas rate increases. The Commission has suspended the proposed tariff revisions pending investigation into whether the increases are fair, just, reasonable, and sufficient.

FERC Approves NERC Reliability Standards for Inverter-Based Resources

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved new reliability standards proposed by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) concerning inverter-based resources. These standards aim to enhance the reliability of the electric grid by addressing the modeling and operational requirements for these resources.

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.

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.

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.

PUCT Assesses $578,916 in Penalties for Electric Rule Violations

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) assessed $578,916 in penalties against 11 entities for violations of electric rules. Violations included failure to submit emergency operations plans and issues with service reliability and billing. Penalties ranged from $10,000 to $142,800.