AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHeatwave Costs: Italy’s business and tourism confederation warns extreme heat could hit the economy by €6–12bn a year, driven by higher energy bills, lower labor productivity and shifting consumer and travel habits. Power vs Gas Tax Gap: A new EU policy critique says electricity is taxed far more than gas across much of Europe—Brussels estimates it can be about 3x costlier for companies and 2.5x for households once taxes are counted—adding pressure on electrification plans. Biogas & Gas Compression: Burckhardt Compression buys Italy-based Fornovo Gas, expanding its biogas and compressed gas portfolio and boosting compressor capabilities. Solar & Storage Momentum: Italy is nearing 12 GWh of battery storage as solar tops 46 GW, signaling continued build-out of renewables plus flexibility. Grid Cooling Demand: Separate reporting highlights how Europe’s cooling needs are rising fast, underlining why heat and power demand are increasingly linked.
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