AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPFAS & chemical regulation: North Carolina reached a $455M PFAS settlement involving Chemours, DuPont and Corteva, while US and EU regulators face mounting pressure over “forever chemicals” rules and EPA guidance changes. EPA review backlog: The US EPA has hundreds of new chemical notices pending, pushing some manufacturers to shift production abroad. Energy & petrochemicals: Dangote Refinery moves to reduce Nigeria petrol price gaps by subsidizing transport to distant markets, and its IPO access expands for diaspora investors via a digital route. Trade & industry geopolitics: Europe’s next China talks are framed as a deadline for tangible results, with potential pressure for tougher measures. Manufacturing & materials: China highlights intelligent nuclear pipeline prefabrication using AI and digital twins, while India’s semiconductor push draws attention to gases, chemicals and supply-chain needs. Environment & public health: Another flare-up at Vistra’s Moss Landing battery site renewed concerns over toxic smoke and heavy metals.
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