AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEnergy Security Watch: IEA chief Fatih Birol warned global energy security is at risk if oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz don’t recover in the next few weeks, noting the route normally carries about one-fifth of world shipments and has been largely blocked since late February. Policy & Markets: Japan’s core inflation is expected to rise to 1.6% in June, with elevated energy prices and Iran-linked crude costs seen as key drivers. Clean Power Deals: India and Norway signed an MoU to tap Himalayan river kinetic energy in Arunachal Pradesh, while CATL and Alfen plan a 5 GWh sodium-ion storage rollout across Europe from 2027. Grid & Infrastructure: Iraq’s PM pitched a massive “Energy City” on the Al-Faw peninsula to attract US investment. Local Energy Transition: Nigeria’s NASENI urged the country to build clean-energy tech locally, not just buy it. Consumer Energy Rules: England will ban sales of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s from April 2027, with fines up to £2,500. Storage & Hardware: Bluetti expanded modular portable and home backup power offerings, targeting RV and off-grid demand.
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