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Vermont PUC Guidance on Remote Workshops and Hearings

The Vermont Public Utility Commission will end the use of live court reporters for hearings and transition to Microsoft Teams for remote proceedings starting February 2026. Video recording will replace transcription services, with unofficial transcripts available via Teams' functionality. This change aims to reduce costs while maintaining public access.

Raft River Rural Electric Seeks Wildfire Mitigation Plan Approval

Raft River Rural Electric Co-op Inc. has submitted an application to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission seeking approval of its wildfire mitigation plan (WMP). The plan details the utility's efforts to reduce the risk of wildfires, as required by the Wildfire Standard of Care Act.

EU Energy Market Integration Report

ACER has released its 2026 Monitoring Report on EU energy market integration, highlighting progress in the clean energy transition and persistent challenges. The report details findings on wholesale and household prices, renewable energy growth, price volatility, and gas market stability.

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.

ACER Assesses EU DSO Entity's Gas and Hydrogen Documents

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has issued an opinion on the updated draft statutory documents of the EU DSO entity, which now include provisions for gas and hydrogen distribution system operators. ACER's assessment notes reasonable adaptations but also identifies potential risks of deadlocks and inconsistencies with existing electricity regulations.

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.

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 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: 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.