AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWind Investment: South Dakota approved up to $6.1 million in tax rebates for the $750 million Philip Wind Energy Center in Haakon County. The 333-megawatt project is expected to create about 200 construction jobs and 12 permanent positions. Data-Center Rules: Sioux Falls is forming a committee to hear public views and consider regulations. In Rapid City, draft rules would restrict hyperscale centers using more than 50 megawatts or 10,000 gallons of water daily; residents can comment through Nov. 2. Power Infrastructure: SDDOT and partners are seeking input on rail-crossing safety in the Sioux Falls area, with an open house set for Oct. 28. A separate proposal for South Dakota’s first 765-kilovolt transmission line could connect eastern counties to regional power networks. Agriculture & Processing: South Dakota Soybean Processors reported a record day of more than 700,000 bushels delivered to its Volga plant as harvest traffic surged. High diesel costs are adding pressure for farmers and freight operators. Utility Service: Xcel plans a six-hour overnight outage Oct. 29 affecting 11 South Dakota communities during the final stage of a transmission project.
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