AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFuel and Policy: Giorgia Meloni called the US-Russia diesel deal “very risky,” warning it could weaken sanctions and fund Moscow’s war. She said Iran, rather than Ukraine, is driving the fuel-price surge; the IEA warns diesel shortages may persist into the second half of 2027. Nuclear Industry: Terra Innovatum and Italian partners ATB and Boldrocchi advanced manufacturing preparations and equipment tests for the SOLO microreactor, targeting first deployment next year. Renewables and Storage: Italy’s solar capacity could reach 137 GW by 2040. Utility-scale battery storage is growing quickly, with its market segment up 197% and five approved projects totalling 468 MW. Energy Costs: Confindustria says high energy costs remain a major drag on the economy and could wipe out forecast 2027 growth if Brent averages about $126 a barrel. Renewable Gas: A new Italian biomethane plant is supplying renewable gas to more than 3,000 homes.
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