AGP Executive Report
Last update: 30 minutes agoOffshore Wind Push: A new study maps how offshore wind could expand fast in the North Sea—up to about 11% of the basin by 2050, versus roughly 1% today, if countries build what they’ve promised. Low-Emissions Aviation in Belgium: Ostend-Bruges Airport hosted a first electric cargo aircraft demonstration flight, aiming to scale low-emissions aviation with regional testing and flexible operations. EU Environment Enforcement: The European Commission opened infringement steps against Spain over incorrect transposition of the Seveso III rules, covering thousands of industrial sites. Belgium Industry Investment: Cargill is investing €56m to nearly double gourmet chocolate capacity in Mouscron, plus upgrades at its edible oils bottling and innovation work in Vilvoorde. Hydrogen Watch: In Lorraine, France, La Française de l’Énergie is drilling ultra-deep for natural hydrogen, with results expected to clarify whether “white hydrogen” could be produced more cheaply than current options. Belgian Energy Grid Reality: Telenet reports intermittent fixed-network disruptions tied to infrastructure works and weather, with extra attention needed on some components. North Sea Security Angle: Belgium also faces broader pressure to protect North Sea infrastructure as Europe tightens responses to risks at sea.
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