AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoData Centres Policy: Malaysia says it will only approve new data centre projects after checking power and water capacity, with water prioritised for residents and approvals tied to surplus supply. AI for Energy Ops: KBR led a $20m funding round for Applied Computing, expanding its Orbital foundation AI for energy operations and opening a Houston office. Grid + Water Rules for AI: Australia’s PM backs new standards that would make large data centres “net-generators,” requiring new power buildout and limits on energy use during grid strain. Critical Minerals Risk: The IEA warns China’s rare earth export curbs could endanger $6.5tn of downstream production, with graphite controls adding another $300bn risk. Renewables Buildout: France’s EC approved a €72bn offshore wind support program for 11.1GW. Storage + Solar Scale: ACME commissioned a Rajasthan BESS (110.336MWh) and LONGi set a new 35.5% tandem solar efficiency record. Energy Security + Winter Prep: Ukraine and Moldova discussed coordination of energy systems for the autumn-winter period. Controversy Watch: A report says Australia’s waste-to-energy plants could emit more than the dirtiest coal.
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