AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy Prices & Policy Pressure (UK): A new investigation says hundreds of UK forecourts are failing to report live petrol price changes to the Fuel Finder system, raising concerns that drivers aren’t getting the “cheap fuel finder” benefits the rules were meant to deliver. Grid Resilience (Cuba): Cuba’s national power system has started a gradual recovery after a total blackout, with micro-grids restarting and essential services prioritized while causes are investigated. Renewables vs. “Rip-off” Pricing (UK): A survey of manufacturers finds most back a renewable-led power system to end electricity pricing tied to gas, while many warn higher costs could force closures. Clean Energy Buildout (Malaysia): Tamco will assemble Hoymiles battery storage systems in Shah Alam, aiming to strengthen local supply chains as Malaysia pushes its energy transition. Fuel Security (New Zealand): New Zealand has activated a strategic diesel reserve at Marsden Point with ~93 million liters of capacity to protect freight, farming, and emergency services during supply shocks. Efficiency & Consumer Protection (Australia): Victoria’s energy regulator banned Ecosaver Australia from the Victorian Energy Upgrades program over alleged rule breaches, including falsified project photos and improper certificate claims. Fusion Funding (Germany): Proxima Fusion says it has secured major backing to build a commercial stellarator fusion plant by the early 2030s, with a Bavaria-backed €2B demonstration project at a former nuclear site.
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