AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSlovak Heat & Work Safety: Slovakia’s heatwave hit 41.3°C on June 30, with drought and drinking-water limits, while workplaces across agriculture, construction, logistics and warehouses face legal duties to protect staff (water, shade, possible cooling, adjusted hours). Weather Service Reliability: The Slovak Hydrometeorological Institute reportedly suffered a major outage in its public warning and data system, raising fears for aviation and public safety. Agriculture Under Pressure: Prime Minister Robert Fico warned extreme heat and drought will likely cut 2026 harvest yields, with fodder quality also a concern. Energy & Industry Funding: The EU Commission and EIB disbursed €2.5bn from the Modernisation Fund to 51 energy projects across 11 countries, aiming to modernise grids, industry and renewables. Slovalco Aluminium Restart: Slovakia signed agreements to restart aluminium production at Slovalco in Žiar nad Hronom, with state support for carbon costs and electricity supply for up to ten years. Inflation Watch: Slovakia’s inflation eased to 3.5% in June as food and fuel costs cooled. EU Renewables Snapshot: Renewables generated 45.5% of EU electricity in Q1 2026; Slovakia sits at the low end at 17.2%. Defence Procurement Politics: Opposition challenged a €958,000 Defence Ministry renovation contract after a “faux brick wall” controversy and procurement questions.
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