AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy Deal: Enbridge is buying Tallgrass Energy’s U.S. crude oil transportation and storage assets for $2.55B, including a 75% stake in Wyoming-linked Pony Express Pipeline and a 51% stake in the Powder River Gateway storage system, with a planned capacity expansion. Public Lands & Wildlife: Two conservation groups sued the Bureau of Land Management over Colorado and Wyoming oil-and-gas lease sales, arguing the agency failed to account for big-game migration corridors and other impacts. Data Center Siting: Cheyenne’s Planning Commission denied rezoning for a proposed Orchard Hills data center, citing mismatch with the surrounding area; residents also pushed back on another business-park rezoning near Hereford Ranch. Uranium Watch: Peninsula Energy withdrew current-year production guidance for its Lance uranium operation in Wyoming after low-pH recovery issues, while keeping next-year targets. Water & Utilities: Cheyenne’s Board of Public Utilities received an award for its role in the “Value of Water” documentary, highlighting water and wastewater operations. Fire Update: The Moonshine Fire near Wheatland grew to about 2,000 acres with 0% containment as dry, windy conditions persist. Local Economy: Wyoming’s August sales and use tax collections rose sharply year over year, with mining sector gains leading the increase. Industry Leadership: Patriot Rail named Jason Bradt as chief operating officer as it plans to expand rail, transload, logistics, and excursion operations.
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