Energy & Utilities: Delmarva Power filed a proposal to expand energy efficiency programs for 2027-2029, aiming for 66,000 MWh in annual electric savings and 110,000 MMBtu in annual natural gas savings, with no-cost assessments and incentives for upgrades. Clean Energy & Courts: Delaware AG Kathy Jennings hailed the Delaware Supreme Court’s unanimous decision upholding state law that retroactively authorizes conditional-use permits for certain electrical substations tied to offshore wind, overriding local zoning fights. Offshore Wind Policy: A separate update notes the Trump administration’s appeal over a federal wind permitting freeze was dismissed, with Delaware officials calling it a win for lower bills and the rule of law. Food Access: The Delaware Division of Small Business awarded $712,500 to 28 recipients under the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Program to expand healthy food access in food-desert areas. Construction & Schools: Sussex County approved a $300M FY2027 budget that includes a new building-permit surcharge to fund school capacity improvements, while a separate debate in Delaware centers on whether major school projects should require union labor. Local Business & Training: The Delaware Restaurant Association hosted Alcohol Safety Training for beach-season hospitality workers, focusing on responsible service and compliance. Environment: EPA awarded $10.1M to Delaware for local PFAS cleanup, emphasizing source control plus monitoring and public education. Port & Logistics: PhilaPort was ranked the nation’s most productive container port for a third straight year, underscoring regional cargo efficiency.