AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUkraine’s Energy War: Russia struck more than 15 Ukrainian power facilities in a major overnight assault, triggering emergency repairs and renewed winter blackout fears. The attacks came as President Trump waived sanctions and tariffs on Russian energy buyers to ease diesel costs, drawing criticism from Volodymyr Zelensky, who said the move would not stop the war. Oil and Shipping Risks: Middle East conflict continues to unsettle energy markets. Brent crude reached $110 a barrel, while Strait of Hormuz traffic remains far below normal after attacks on shipping and Gulf infrastructure. Iran says it backs mediation to ease the Saudi-Houthi conflict, but the IMF warns prolonged high prices could fuel inflation and weigh on growth, including in India. Europe’s Energy Costs: EU leaders are pressing for urgent relief for households and industry, even as they resist delaying carbon-pricing rules. Solar Shift: Higher electricity bills are accelerating rooftop solar uptake in the Philippines; India’s Orb Energy, marking 20 years, says it has installed about 450 MW and targets more than 1 GW by 2030.
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