AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI Investment: Nvidia is discussing a debt guarantee for Nscale’s proposed 460-megawatt West Virginia data center, which Anthropic plans to use under a $45 billion computing deal. The support could help keep construction on track, but terms are not final. Energy and Land Use: Berkeley County adopted a comprehensive plan and plans to develop guidance for data centers and renewable energy projects. Separately, the state Public Service Commission is weighing a proposed transmission line crossing four West Virginia counties after five days of hearings, with farmers raising concerns about impacts on their land. Business Climate: West Virginia launched its one-stop permitting portal ahead of schedule, aiming to speed up approvals for businesses and development projects. Industry Support: The DEA issued its first federal registrations to more than 900 medical cannabis dispensaries in seven states, including West Virginia, potentially opening the way to tax benefits for approved businesses. Infrastructure: The state announced more than $3.3 million for Beech Bottom’s water system, while a USDA grant will support the Polymer Alliance Zone.
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