AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRegional Grid Links: Malaysia is urging ASEAN to establish binding rules for cross-border power cables, including shared financing, maintenance and security responsibilities. Grid Integration: In the Philippines’ Ilocos region, the grid operator says rapid renewable output contributed to low-voltage supply and electricity fluctuations, highlighting the need to manage clean-power growth. Renewables: The IEA projects India’s renewable capacity will reach 530 GW by 2030, with solar driving more than 80% of additions; globally, renewables could add nearly 4,800 GW by 2031. Storage: India plans to require utilities to procure storage alongside renewable power by March 2027. Ontario has also brought three battery facilities online, adding 320 MWh to the grid, while Michigan opened a $10 million grant program for solar and storage on contaminated land. Data Center Power: With grid connections lagging, xAI has installed eight converted jet-engine generators at its Mississippi site, each capable of producing up to 50 MW. Ukraine: Russian strikes on energy infrastructure have worsened Kyiv’s power and water outages as crews work to restore supply.
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