DOE power export rule draws criticism from consumer advocate over supply concerns

Public Citizen argues that the Department of Energy's new power export rule could exacerbate domestic electricity shortages by making power unavailable to U.S. customers.

First covered Jul 23, 2026 · 6:33 AM PT · 1 article

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5h Utility Dive DOE’s new power export rule at odds with ‘energy emergency’ findings: Public Citizen — “Any export of power ... necessarily makes that power unavailable to domestic customers,” potentially contributing to inadequate supplies for a region, Public…

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regulations.justia.com Application for Authorization To Transmit Electric Energy to a Foreign Country, 36970-36975 [2026-12475] :: Department Of Energy :: Regulation Tracker :: Justia

Appeared in: 2026-07-23 (#7)

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