AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEPA Rollback: The Trump administration moved to scrap limits on carbon emissions from coal and gas power plants, a major blow to federal climate rules that New York environmental leaders say will worsen public health risks. Wildlife Protections: A new Endangered Species Act change removes the regulatory definition of “harm,” weakening habitat-based protections; Sierra Club and partners are suing to stop it. NYC Habitat Win: Williamsburg’s former Naval Cemetery is now NYC’s first internationally accredited botanic garden, with a native plant meadow credited for boosting local wildlife in an industrial area. Water & Health Watch: A Queens manhole incident adds to a rash of underground sightings, while a new analysis links rising Legionnaires’ disease to heat, rain, and traffic-related exposure routes. Climate Disaster Reality: Commentators warn the world is unprepared for climate disasters ahead, pointing to deadly flash floods and the growing need for real adaptation. Local Legal Pressure: A federal court fight continues over New York PFAS claims, keeping “forever chemicals” on the state’s agenda.
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