AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoGrid & Data Centers: MISO filed with FERC new reliability rules for “large loads,” including computational loads tied to IT equipment, aiming to improve grid visibility as data centers expand. Workforce & Training: Dunwoody College launched “Dunwoody Immersive,” bringing VR/game-style skilled-trades learning to Minnesota districts this fall, while Minnesota State College Southeast in Red Wing rolled out an “AI Skills for Today’s Workplace” course series for employers. Health & Biotech: The FDA approved Isembyld (apitegromab-mstn), a monthly muscle-targeted therapy for spinal muscular atrophy, marking a major step for SMA patients. Environment & Agriculture: Minnesota soybean growers are being warned about red crown rot after University of Minnesota Extension confirmed it in the southwest; and the Walz administration canceled a Twin Metals Minnesota state mineral lease after the company missed production/performance requirements. Local Tech Policy: Blaine approved school-day no-parking restrictions near Sunrise Elementary to improve safety during drop-off/pickup. Research in Minnesota: Bemidji State graduate student Baylor Short is leading a Leech Lake muskie study examining whether modern forward-facing sonar affects fish health.
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