AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSolar & Manufacturing Labor: Corning solar workers in Hemlock voted to join the Steelworkers after an intense anti-union campaign, highlighting how Michigan’s clean-energy buildout is reshaping factory jobs. Renewables Permitting: EDP Renewables’ proposed Northern Waters Solar Park near Cheboygan moved closer to Michigan Public Service Commission review after a packed public meeting drew strong opposition. Energy Costs & Supply Chain: Diesel prices hit record highs amid the Iran war’s impact on global shipping routes, with Michigan State University research pointing to higher fuel costs eventually showing up in grocery prices. Trade, Data Centers & Policy: A week of coverage flags mounting political pressure on data centers and power-plant rules, as federal actions and state debates could affect energy demand and costs. Politics With Michigan Stakes: U.S. Senate race coverage spotlights Mike Rogers courting Detroit Democrats and Trump voters as he challenges Abdul El-Sayed, while national security concerns swirl around classified-information access. Local Industry & Infrastructure: Welspun Michigan Engineers won World Bank-funded sewer rehabilitation work in Ahmedabad, underscoring Michigan-linked engineering firms’ global pipeline.
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