AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEPA Legal Fight: Environmental groups sued the U.S. EPA over its repeal of greenhouse gas rules for coal- and gas-fired power plants, arguing the agency is walking away from its climate duties. Air Pollution & Mental Health: A new review links higher exposure to PM2.5/PM10 and other pollutants to increased suicide risk, adding pollution to the list of modifiable prevention targets. Data Centers vs. Communities: Oakley and Gilroy moved toward bans or moratoriums on new data centers amid concerns about water, power, and local impacts, while New Mexico’s Project Jupiter opponents lost key court stays. Climate Risk & Health Equity: Heat is hitting the most vulnerable first, with calls for fair cooling access and worker protections as extreme temperatures strain grids and budgets. Food Waste Cuts Emissions: Vermont launched Food Waste Prevention Week and a Scrap Food Waste Challenge to reduce trash and greenhouse gas emissions. Regional Nature Planning: New Zealand’s Waikato endorsed a 25-year biodiversity strategy to coordinate restoration and protect ecosystems. Coastal Cleanup: California’s Sept. 19 Coastal Cleanup Day aims to remove trash before storms push pollutants downstream.
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