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EIA Proposes Annual Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey (Form EIA-847)

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is proposing a new data collection instrument, the Annual Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey (Form EIA-847), to supplement its existing quadrennial survey. This notice invites public comments on the proposed collection, which aims to gather essential energy consumption data annually from a subset of the manufacturing sector.

EIA Seeks Extension for Nuclear Fuel Data Survey Comments

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) is seeking a three-year extension for its Nuclear Fuel Data Survey (Form GC-859). This notice requests public comments on the proposed extension, which includes minor changes to clarify instructions and definitions.

EIA Seeks Comments on Proposed Data Security Information Collection

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection activity related to data security requirements for accessing confidential microdata. This collection is intended to fulfill legal mandates under the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018.

EIA Notice on Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is seeking public comment on proposed Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data. This collection is part of the Standard Application Process (SAP) mandated by the Evidence Act for accessing confidential data assets.

EIA proposes extension of State Level Generator Air Permit Inventory Report

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is proposing a three-year extension for the collection of information for the EIA-860S: State Level Generator Air Permit Inventory Report. This notice serves as a request for public comments on the proposed extension.

DOE Proposed Information Collection for Section 45Z Emissions Value Requests

The U.S. Department of Energy is seeking public comment on a new information collection request for Section 45Z Emissions Value Requests. This collection is necessary for fuel producers to petition for a Provisional Emissions Rate to claim a section 45Z tax credit. Comments are due by April 2, 2026.

DOE Final Determination on Metal Halide Lamp Fixture Energy Standards

The U.S. Department of Energy has issued a final determination that more stringent energy conservation standards for metal halide lamp fixtures (MHLFs) are not cost-effective. Therefore, DOE will not amend the existing energy conservation standards for MHLFs. This determination is effective March 16, 2026.

Energy Conservation Standards for Small Electric Motors Final Determination

The U.S. Department of Energy has issued a final determination that more stringent energy conservation standards for small electric motors would not be cost-effective. Therefore, the DOE has decided not to amend the existing energy conservation standards for these motors.

Petroleum-Equivalent Fuel Economy Factor Rule

The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued an interim final rule removing the fuel content factor (FCF) from the petroleum-equivalency factor (PEF) calculation for electric vehicles. This change aligns with a court decision and impacts how light-duty vehicle manufacturers comply with CAFE standards. Comments are due March 23, 2026.

BOEM Public Plan Comment Period Ends

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is announcing the end of the public comment period for a proposed plan. The comment period closes on March 22, 2026. This action pertains to a significant plan that will impact energy development.