AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFossil-Fuel Rollback: The Trump administration is expected to remove limits on climate pollution from coal and gas power plants, rolling back Biden-era rules that pushed near-total emissions cuts. EU Carbon Policy: A European Parliament proposal would redirect 75% of EU ETS auction revenues to decarbonise industry, reshaping how fast emissions caps tighten. Renewables vs Land Rules: Bulgaria’s Solar Academy Association says wind and solar expansion needs clear rules, not a moratorium, after protests over turbines and panels on agricultural land. Grid & Storage Buildout: Saudi Arabia’s first large-scale battery projects have entered construction, with Gotion High-Tech supplying 6 GWh of storage. Climate Diplomacy & Energy Security: BRICS leaders in Delhi emphasized resilient energy flows, smart grids, energy storage and solar tech, with AI aimed at improving grid planning. Local Climate Action: Oman opened Climate Week 2026 to speed low-carbon implementation, while Cyprus’ EKO launched a €3m, three-year push for mountain communities. Biodiversity & Invasives: Northern Ireland renewed warnings about Asian hornets after monitoring found none, urging careful reporting to protect pollinators. Wildfire & Heat Impacts: Prince William urged “urgent optimism” after Britain’s record-warm summer and deadly wildfires highlighted climate risks.
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