AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI Infrastructure: Oracle is weighing trucked-in compressed natural gas to keep its massive Project Jupiter campus in New Mexico moving while a delayed pipeline threatens the schedule. The workaround underscores how power supply is becoming a major constraint on data-center growth. Utilities: El Paso Electric named Eli Viamontes, former Entergy Texas CEO, as its next president and CEO, effective Nov. 9; Kelly Tomblin will retire after more than six years leading the company. Technology Investment: New Mexico signed a deal with Fujitsu to establish a quantum-computing research center, adding to the state’s technology ambitions. Local Business: Balloon Fiesta vendor Chile Traditions marked 25 years at the event, but its owner reported slower sales and said some visitors appear to be limiting spending. Energy and Safety: New Mexico pipeline failures rose 84% from 2022 to 2025, according to federal data; two ruptures occurred Tuesday, including a fatal incident in Lea County. The news came as the EPA announced plans to roll back methane rules for oil and gas producers. Business Relief: Storm-affected New Mexico individuals and businesses may qualify for extra time to file and pay certain state taxes due in October, November and December.
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