AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoInnovation Investment: Eagan approved Ecolab’s plans for a $500 million global innovation center, a major expansion of Minnesota’s research and development footprint. University Research: The University of Minnesota plans $225 million in systemwide budget cuts over two years, raising questions about effects on students, faculty and research. Space Debris: An 11-foot object believed to be part of a Chinese rocket was found in a Minnesota cornfield, prompting a federal investigation. Farm Technology: An autonomous grain cart demonstrated near Adrian lets farmers direct equipment by tablet, potentially easing seasonal labor shortages. Data-Center Tech: 3M and Amazon Web Services are expanding work on optical connectivity for AI data centers, with more than 100 new 3M roles planned across Minnesota, Texas and Wisconsin. Energy Storage: A Minnesota battery deal would secure 30 gigawatt-hours of iron-air storage, described as the largest announced project of its kind.
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