AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoData Centers vs. Power Planning: Charlotte approved a five-month moratorium on new data centers, citing neighborhood impacts and “clean air, clean water,” while Scotland’s industry groups pushed a charter for greener data centers that prioritizes renewables, efficiency, water limits, district heat readiness, and community benefits. Grid Stress & Costs: A new analysis warns Europe’s grids weren’t built for today’s data-center demand, arguing permitting and planning lag could worsen supply gaps. Oil & Gas Operations: VAALCO said the Baobab field in Côte d’Ivoire restarted after a successful FPSO refurbishment, with more wells expected online soon. Renewables & Storage: EVE Energy said it secured 67GWh+ in major orders at SNEC 2026, extending its energy storage lead. Policy & Regulation: The U.S. Supreme Court vacated a Biden-era ruling on gas appliance efficiency standards, sending the dispute back to lower courts. Energy Transition in Practice: Hawke’s Bay (NZ) held an energy summit focused on gas costs, electricity pricing, resilience, electrification, and funding pathways for businesses.
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