AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoGrid & Manufacturing: Reuters reports PJM capacity charges have surged more than 1,000% since 2024, pushing Ohio factory power bills (like Belden Brick) from about $1,600 to $12,000 a month as AI data centers strain the grid. Energy Policy: The White House says it’s fast-tracking power approvals for AI data centers, while oil and gas groups lobby Europe to delay methane rules that could affect U.S. gas exports. Public Health: Rutgers researchers find long-acting injectable buprenorphine use is rising but uneven across states; meanwhile Michigan’s cyclosporiasis cases climb to 681, with Ohio also reporting infections. Ohio Governance & Industry: EPA chief Lee Zeldin toured Ohio’s PFAS destruction work at Columbus’ PFAS Annihilator facility with Sen. Jon Husted. Local Business & Construction: Lorain plans 12 new homes, including phases at former industrial sites. Consumer Safety: Ohio AG joins a national crackdown on illegal robocalls and telemarketers. Transportation: KYTC keeps the U.S. 51 “Cairo” Bridge closed for repairs after a bearing pad shifted.
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