AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOffshore Wind Fallout: The U.S. pauses major East Coast offshore wind projects, including Revolution Wind near Rhode Island, citing national security concerns—leaving workers and supply chains in limbo and raising the stakes for energy costs and climate progress. Courtroom Win for Climate Funding: The First Circuit upheld an order blocking a Trump-Vance freeze on congressionally approved public health, climate resilience, and infrastructure money—good news for Rhode Island-area conservation and community groups. Toxic Threat to Trout: A new report flags tire chemical runoff (6PPD-quinone) as a lethal risk to native brook trout, with Rhode Island stormwater rules not yet tracking or limiting the contaminant. Health Alert—Blackamore Pond: RIDOH and DEM advise avoiding Blackamore Pond in Cranston due to harmful algae blooms; swimming, fishing, boating, and kayaking are high risk until testing clears the area. Water Safety—Manganese Check: URI is studying manganese in Rhode Island drinking water; towns say public systems look fine, but private wells may need testing. Local Housing & Stormwater: Westerly’s Sandpiper Landing housing project is moving forward, with stormwater treatment planned in phases. Working Waterfront Pressure: A Rhode Island working waterfront advocate warns corporate marina consolidation is pricing out fishers and small operators.
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