AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy & Grid Investment: France’s energy regulator CRE picked five electricity storage projects in Corsica (about 48 MW total), mixing pumped hydro and battery systems, with commissioning targeted for 2029-2030; CRE says battery costs are notably lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe, Martinique and Réunion, and the storage is meant to cut solar curtailment. Climate & Emissions: Revised government-linked figures show France’s CO2 emissions fell more than expected in 2024 and 2025, with Citepa pointing to a sharp La Réunion electricity-linked drop and warning decarbonisation must speed up. Urban Cooling Tech: Vertical gardens are getting a practical push as heatwaves worsen, with research cited on how green walls can lower building surface temperatures and support urban biodiversity. Reunion-Linked Science/Health: EMA’s PRAC reviewed valproate-related safety for children born to men treated with the drug, finding the data on neurodevelopmental disorder risk is inconsistent and urging updated product info while keeping precautionary measures. Culture & Community: Kréyòl Pride is set for July 25-26 in Guadeloupe, aiming to bring LGBTQIA+ people, locals, and allies together.
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