AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFlorida Energy & Utilities: Emera’s earnings update shows Florida still carrying weight for the company, with adjusted profit up in the first half of 2026 as base rates and off-system sales help, even as the broader earnings picture “still flinches” after major utility sales. Alt Fuels in Florida: Demeter Energy plans a 100,000 mt/year bio-methanol plant at Port Tampa Bay’s SeaPort Manatee, targeting shipping demand and pairing production with carbon capture aimed at about 200,000 mt/year of CO2. Grid Tech & Safety Rules: NHTSA is moving toward federal safety standards for autonomous vehicles, tackling the lack of a single standardized real-world test for when self-driving tech is “safe enough.” AI Power Concerns: A new AP-NORC poll finds Americans’ worry about AI’s environmental impacts is rising, with growing concern about data centers and local electricity use. Local Energy Education: FPL is rolling out new free classroom grants and a “Drones in School” program to expand STEM learning across its service area. Transportation Costs: Rising jet fuel is pushing airlines to cut less-profitable routes, with Florida travelers bracing for fewer options and higher fares.
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