AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI & Power Infrastructure: A new report on U.S. power plants shows solar and batteries dominating new capacity in 2026, while wind and natural gas lag—raising the question of whether the grid can keep up with AI-driven demand. Utah Data Centers: A Utah dispute over a massive AI data center project in a remote area highlights local fights over land, water, and electricity needs. Colorado River Crisis (Utah angle): Lake Powell hit a record low, pushing it toward the point where hydropower generation can’t continue—another warning sign for Colorado River states including Utah. Utah Tech Policy: Utah is launching a statewide quantum initiative to develop and commercialize quantum technology, aiming to build local research-to-industry momentum. Food Tech & Safety (Utah): USU Extension urges Utah residents to follow tested canning recipes and procedures—no “creativity” during processing—to reduce spoilage and illness risk. Sports Betting Loophole: Utah parents are sounding alarms about prediction markets letting 18-year-olds wager via apps that sidestep state guardrails. Health Research: A University of Utah-led study links a low-fat vegan diet to weight loss comparable to semaglutide in a 16-week trial. Cyber/Privacy & Elections: Attorney General Todd Blanche says DOJ may ask the Supreme Court to weigh in on federal efforts to access state voter rolls.
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