AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGrid Affordability Fight: Maryland’s electricity bills jumped 50.9% over five years, now 24% above the national average, as Governor Wes Moore blames utility “double dipping” and data-center demand while critics argue state decarbonization rules are forcing more imports and raising blackout risk by summer 2027. Policy & Cost Relief: In the Philippines, the BIR removed 12% VAT on system loss charges, expected to cut consumer costs by about 5–10% and reshape billing from mid-November. Renewables at Scale: Malaysia set a 250MW 2027 FiT quota for biogas, biomass and small hydropower, targeting RM3bn investment and 5,000 jobs, with green power expected by 2030. Solar Permitting Pressure: Norfolk’s East Pye solar farm hearings begin in a nationally significant review, while residents in Kent and elsewhere push back on large solar projects and their land impacts. Energy Transition Meets Nature: Celtic Sea seabed listening stations will map underwater noise and marine life to speed consenting for floating offshore wind. Critical Minerals & Sovereignty: Brazil’s election debate spotlights critical minerals control as Lula warns against foreign capture of resources tied to EVs and renewables.
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