AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy Storage & Manufacturing: Form Energy closed a $270M credit facility to scale iron-air battery production at its Weirton, W.Va., “Form Factory 1,” using a revolving credit line plus a tax-credit advance option tied to 45X manufacturing credits. Public Health & Labor: A new report highlights coal miners’ ongoing fight for black lung benefits as cases surge and enforcement delays leave patients waiting. AI, Data Centers & Power: OpenAI and Anthropic are reportedly seeking smaller 20–30 MW data center deals while mega projects lag, underscoring how West Virginia’s energy and siting debates are tied to national compute demand. Cannabis Markets: Trulieve was added to major S&P indices, boosting visibility for its medical cannabis operations including West Virginia. Water Infrastructure: Gov. Morrisey announced $7.3M for Fort Gay wastewater upgrades and $4.43M for Moundsville sewer modernization. Agriculture: West Virginia Department of Agriculture plans aerial black fly treatments on the Greenbrier, New, and Bluestone rivers Sept. 23–24. Education & Workforce: University of Charleston will dedicate Welch Hall, home to fast-growing health programs. Local Economy: Parkersburg beekeepers seek county support for a 2027 state conference.
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