AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUtility Regulation Fight: Washington AG Nick Brown is pushing to cut Avista’s allowed profit, arguing the Spokane-area utility’s proposed rate hike should be about $115 million lower in first-year returns—setting up a major Aug. 27 public hearing and Sept. 17-18 evidentiary phase. Port Electrification: Northwest Seaport Alliance added a second battery-electric forklift at its Tacoma terminal, backed by a $2.6M state grant plus matching funds, as it ramps up zero-emission cargo handling. Energy & Climate Tension: A report says Amazon is backing a massive gas power plant tied to its West Texas data center build—fueling renewed debate over corporate clean-energy claims. Local Governance: Seattle recall charges target Mayor Katie Wilson over public safety failures, including claims of slow response and disruption of police leadership. Sports Business & Local Interest: The Seahawks’ preseason opener vs. Dallas ended 17-7, with backups getting most reps and cornerback Devon Witherspoon landing a major extension. Environment & Tribal Stewardship: UW researchers and the Samish Indian Nation are working to save endangered sunflower sea stars in the San Juans after a wasting-disease surge.
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