AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoOffshore Wind: The Trump administration is again challenging Revolution Wind, asking a federal court to send the nearly completed Rhode Island–Connecticut project’s approval back for review. It’s the third challenge to the 704-megawatt wind farm; earlier efforts to halt construction were rejected. Local Pollution: A leaking outdoor tank spilled about 50 gallons of heating oil into a Richmond backyard. DEM said the impact was limited to soil, and a contractor is handling cleanup. Coastal Science: URI researchers are studying how blue crabs’ presence changes ribbed mussels’ behavior in salt marshes—and whether fishing that targets large male crabs could alter those effects across the ecosystem. Cleaner Travel: A working group is advancing plans for a rail-with-trail along Aquidneck Island’s Newport Secondary corridor, with public meetings scheduled to gather input. Clean Water Protections: Eighteen attorneys general oppose a proposed federal rule that would narrow Clean Water Act safeguards for streams and wetlands, arguing it conflicts with the law.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
