AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoColorado River Water Crunch: Lake Powell hit a record-low level of 3,519.91 feet, just shy of the power-generation “minimum power pool,” underscoring how drought is tightening supplies for Arizona, other Western states, tribes, and Mexico. Border Wall Legal Push: A federal judge cleared the path for new border wall construction along the Tohono O’odham Nation’s southern border, citing a 1907 proclamation and national security deference—prompting fresh “no trespassing” conflict. Energy Costs & Grid Pressure: Arizona households are feeling earlier-than-usual heat, while utilities seek about 14% residential rate increases tied to extreme temperatures and data-center demand; regulators are weighing how to shield rural customers from those costs. AI Data Centers vs. Water: Reporting highlights how data centers are driving new demand for Arizona’s power and water, adding fuel to local opposition. Food Safety Watch: Oma’s Pride recalled 639 bags of frozen raw dog food in 11 states including Arizona over salmonella risk. Local Business/Regulatory: Santa Cruz County saw one FDA inspection in July (SL Produce, LLC.) with “no action indicated.” Industry Tech in Mining: Komatsu commissioned its 1,000th autonomous ultra-class haul truck, a sign autonomy is moving from pilots to production.
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