AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS EPA Rollback: The Trump administration finalized the repeal of Biden-era limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants, and also moved to make future climate pollution rules harder—sparking warnings from environmental groups about higher health and climate risks. Legal & Political Fallout: The change could complicate the administration’s broader push against climate lawsuits, while lawmakers also launched an investigation into Bloomberg Philanthropies’ funding of groups they say pursue “anti-American” energy lawfare. Data Center Pollution Incident: In Secaucus, N.J., thousands of gallons of diesel spilled from an AI data center, with officials citing a possible computer glitch and saying impacts to the creek and wildlife are still being assessed. Aviation Carbon Warning: Dublin Airport is projected to burn through its carbon budget by 2034 under expansion plans, raising concerns for Ireland’s climate targets. Climate Policy Pushback: EU leaders urged states to coordinate on climate action, and Connecticut officials criticized the EPA repeal as a step that will worsen air quality and costs. Local Climate & Water Notes: New York’s DEC adjusted Salmon River fishing access due to low flows, and Queensland announced energy-efficiency upgrades for thousands of social housing homes to cut bills and improve comfort.
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