AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPower & Utilities: The Trump administration is repealing Biden-era power plant greenhouse gas rules, with Utah lawmakers split on what comes next after EPA says the rollback will save the industry hundreds of billions. Healthcare Real Estate: Intermountain Health will convert West Valley City’s Fairbourne building into a downtown medical campus, adding primary and specialty services and opening clinics later this year. Construction & Housing: New home construction is cooling nationwide as permits fall below pre-pandemic trends, a sign the housing pipeline may tighten again even while shortages persist. Legal & Labor: Rubicon Contracting is suing Utah’s attorney general’s office, alleging the state lost original evidence tied to a long-running $1 billion case. Water & Infrastructure: Pineview Reservoir’s low levels turned up a stolen truck and other submerged items during lakebed work, underscoring how drought and draining can surface surprises. Energy Costs: Gas and diesel prices climbed again, with diesel hitting record highs as crude and shipping disruptions keep pressure on fuel markets. Agriculture Relief: Utah’s agriculture department is offering unprecedented loan relief—0% interest for a year and payment deferrals—for producers facing a tough 2026 year. Tech & Consumer Privacy: A Utah mother says Meta AI pulled sensitive details about her children after an Instagram post, reigniting concerns about how AI handles minors. Logistics & Retail Supply Chains: Buywander secured $21M to expand its auction marketplace for returned and overstock goods, with warehouses including Salt Lake City.
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