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October 13, 2024

FERC & Federal

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is an independent regulatory agency that oversees the transmission of electricity, natural gas and oil in interstate commerce, as well as regulating hydroelectric dams and natural gas facilities. 
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Early Adopter Pa. Worried by Retreat from Competitive Markets
The 7th Annual Pennsylvania Energy Management Conference featured discussions about state policy, the DOE NOPR and zero-emission credits.
UPDATE: NERC CEO on Leave After Arrest for Domestic Violence
Gerry Cauley, CEO of the North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC) was arrested Friday for domestic violence at his home outside Atlanta.
FERC Settlement Cuts Barclays Market Manipulation Fine
FERC agreed to sharply reduce the penalty Barclays Bank must pay to settle claims that it manipulated Western electricity markets a decade ago.
NOPR Backers, Foes Seek Last Word at Comment Deadline
Nuclear and coal generators made their argument for price supports, as opponents urged FERC to allow stakeholders time to debate the value of resilience.
Duke University
Counterflow — Clunkers Shoot Selves in Foot
Supporters of the DOE NOPR have promoted an insane rush to judgment, according to columnist Steve Huntoon.
FERC May Consider Hydro License Changes
FERC may consider additional changes to its hydropower licensing rules following a review prompted an executive order by President Trump.
CEOs See Dollar Signs in ZECs, PJM Price Formation
The CEOs of Exelon, PSEG and Dominion praised proposed price supports for nuclear and coal generators during their third-quarter earnings calls.
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GOP Tax Bill Would Trim PTC, Drop Credit for EVs
The tax bill introduced by House Republicans would trim the wind production tax credit by more than a third and eliminate the credit for electric vehicles.
McIntyre and Glick Confirmed to FERC
The Senate confirmed Republican Kevin McIntyre and Democrat Richard Glick to FERC, giving the commission a full panel for the first time in two years.
USITC
Federal Trade Panel Recommends Solar PV Quotas
The U.S. International Trade Commission recommended that President Trump impose import duties as high as 35% on solar cells and modules.

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