AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy & Power Policy: Ohio’s Energy Affordability Summit put data centers front and center, with officials pushing faster permitting for air, water, stormwater, and other infrastructure rules as Ohio’s data-center growth collides with rising power bills and local opposition. Manufacturing & Industry: A zinc die casting conference in Montréal highlighted zinc’s growth outlook (4–7% annually) and new production tech like hot runner systems, while warning tariff uncertainty is slowing upgrades. Auto Supply Chain: GM is building EV batteries in Ohio and Tennessee, but only one plant is currently making batteries for electric cars—an important reality check for Ohio’s EV manufacturing ambitions. Workforce & Reindustrialization: The White House-backed Foundry School initiative aims to train millions for advanced manufacturing, with Ohio State joining federal efforts to boost the manufacturing workforce. Food & Safety: American Regent recalled specific lots of epinephrine injections after cracked vials and foreign particles were found; Walmart expanded a frozen berry recall in 16 states including Ohio over possible E. coli contamination. Agriculture: Soy Checkoff urged soybean growers to test for soybean cyst nematode after harvest using science-based management guides. Local Business/Community: SNAP recipients can use Ohio Direction Cards at farmers’ markets statewide, supporting local agriculture while improving access to fresh food.
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