AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRenewables Policy (India): MNRE eased ALMM rules for higher-watt solar PV variants, letting some models enter without fresh factory inspections if made on the same line—plus a separate exemption for residential rooftop users who opt out of Central Financial Assistance under “Give It Up.” Grid & Storage (India): SECI floated a tender for 4-hour assured peak supply (4800 MWh) from ISTS-connected renewables with energy storage, while the MoD approved a 250 MW solar-plus-BESS project on defence land in Uttar Pradesh. Clean Power Finance (EU): The European Commission approved Italy’s €23bn state-aid scheme to add 37.15 GW of renewables via long-term contracts for difference. Heat Risk (Oxford Study): A new Oxford analysis finds extreme heat risk is heavily concentrated in Asia and Africa, with weak cooling access driving inequity. Circular Materials (UK): Amcor won RecyClass recycled-plastics traceability certification ahead of tighter UK Plastic Packaging Tax rules favoring PCR. Offshore Hydrogen (Netherlands): H2DO launched a North Sea feasibility study for 30–50 MW offshore green hydrogen to ease grid congestion. Waste & Accountability (Philippines): Davao City officials face investigation over alleged illegal garbage dumping tied to environmental law compliance.
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