AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAir Quality & Health: Researchers say shutting down U.S. embassy air monitors in March 2025 led to a sharp pollution jump—satellite data points to a 24% to 33% rise in dozens of cities, with a roughly 4% increase in PM2.5. Great Lakes Wildlife: Lake sturgeon “living fossils” were reintroduced into the Cuyahoga River in Akron via fish slides, part of a broader push to restore native spawning habitat. EV Charging Access: New York City plans to add 700 curbside Level 2 EV chargers, aiming to help apartment and rideshare drivers switch to cleaner vehicles. Michigan Outdoors & Economy: Michigan’s fall color season is nearing; MSU Extension links peak color to cool nights and sunny days, and tourism officials estimate fall foliage brings about $1 billion annually. Food Safety: Michigan confirmed two deaths tied to cyclosporiasis amid a nationwide surge linked to contaminated fresh produce, including a major iceberg lettuce cluster. Local Governance: Michigan City’s proposed data-center moratorium was tabled, frustrating residents and environmental groups worried about zoning and permit impacts. Climate & Policy Debate: A Michigan-focused conversation continues around conservation and “permitting reform,” with lawmakers and advocates clashing over how to protect environmental gains.
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