AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoScrewworm Alert: Texas expanded New World screwworm controls after a Terrell County detection, adding a new infested zone where warm-blooded animals can’t leave without certified inspection; USDA says only five of 45 U.S. cases remain active, all in Texas, and the FDA also authorized CLiK Extra wound spray to help prevent infestations in livestock and wildlife. Data Center Power & Climate: Amazon’s Pecos County plan is drawing heat after reports say its on-site gas plant could permit 33 million tons of CO2 annually—raising questions about climate pledges as AI-driven demand surges. Grid & Permitting Pushback: Texas continues pausing or auditing data center interconnections and approvals amid grid and water concerns, while Trump publicly warns Texas opposition is a “mistake.” Energy Markets: Oil slid more than 9% on easing U.S.-Iran tensions, while U.S. natural gas futures eased to a 14-week low ahead of storage data. Local Infrastructure: Waco drivers faced major I-35 detours during a flyover bridge demolition.
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