AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWater Pollution Watch: A new River Watch New York report says landfill leachate loopholes are sending millions of gallons of toxic runoff—including PFAS—into waterways that feed drinking water, with major volumes flagged for the Hudson, Niagara, Mohawk and Lake Ontario. PFAS & Public Health Push: Environmental Advocates New York are urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign PFAS drinking-water limits as heavy rain and stormwater runoff are linked to both chemical contamination and algal blooms. Energy Costs in Focus: A new analysis finds New Yorkers face the nation’s third-highest residential electricity prices, adding fuel to the governor’s affordability debate. Local Conservation Wins: Tompkins County is set to help fund the Finger Lakes Land Trust to preserve 234 acres across woodlands, wetlands and gorges, with new trails planned. Coastal Cleanup: Parks officials say six derelict boats were removed from College Point waters under a NOAA marine debris grant, part of a broader effort to reduce hazards and protect wildlife. Climate Art in LIC: A Long Island City exhibition uses sensors and live readings to explore climate change and methane/carbon dioxide impacts. Data Center & Battery Safety: City Councilmember Phil Wong calls for a halt on BESS approvals near homes, citing fire and contamination concerns. Offshore Wind Backslide: RWE struck a $1.22B deal to abandon U.S. offshore wind leases, including off New York.
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