AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy & Data Centers: Google contracted for 3,590 MW from Constellation Energy in the U.S.’s biggest grid deal, with new nuclear upgrades in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic—another sign Maryland’s power demand fight is only getting louder. Grid Governance: Maryland and other state leaders say PJM’s electric grid governance changes don’t give states real control, arguing the current structure still lets beneficiaries shape the rules. Defense & Manufacturing: The U.S. Navy is retrofitting MQ-4C Triton drones under a $66M order for better fleet standardization and maritime surveillance readiness, with contracting activity at Patuxent River. Baltimore County Industry: Trump is set to speak at Tradepoint Atlantic as Anduril announces a defense manufacturing “next chapter,” pitching jobs tied to the region’s logistics and industrial base. Construction & Engineering Awards: Maryland projects won recognition, including LifeBridge Health’s Sinai Hospital emergency expansion and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge eastbound deck replacement. Food & Agriculture: A frozen berry recall tied to possible E. coli contamination expanded to additional Walmart and Trader Joe’s products. Environment & Community: Maryland Environmental Trust is accepting applications for Keep Maryland Beautiful grants (about $349K total) supporting stewardship, education, and forestry projects.
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