Clean Power Watch: Utility-scale solar overtook wind in U.S. clean power capacity, pushing total clean capacity past 370 GW in Q1 2026, with Oklahoma at just over 15 GW. Data Center Workforce: Meta announced a $115 million, cost-free “America’s Workforce Academy” to train data center technicians, with guaranteed job offers via general contractors—aimed at scaling AI infrastructure hiring. Local Industry Tension: Inola residents and officials moved to form an ICARE committee after pushback on a proposed aluminum smelter; a six-month moratorium proposal was discussed as the city weighs safety and permitting. Mining Expansion Pushback: Residents near E. 66th Street north in Owasso are challenging mining permit efforts, citing impacts on nearby schools and neighborhoods. Energy Costs in Oklahoma: AAA reports gas prices are cooling nationally, while Oklahoma-area GasBuddy updates show lower E15 and premium prices in multiple counties during the week ending May 30. Legal/Regulatory: Nevada AG Ford joined an amicus brief opposing a Meta antitrust ruling, keeping pressure on the broader case. Oklahoma Agriculture: Oklahoma’s screwworm planning continues as officials warn about protecting producers and keeping livestock markets moving.