The Energy Department wants to settle disputes without a fight

The Energy Department is changing its rules to encourage people to settle disputes through mediation instead of formal hearings. This means fewer long, expensive legal battles for companies and individuals dealing with the department.

Government agencies often get bogged down in formal legal processes, which can be slow and costly for everyone involved. By pushing for alternative dispute resolution, the Energy Department is trying to speed up how it handles disagreements. This could make it easier and cheaper for companies to resolve issues like contract disputes or regulatory compliance problems.