AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoGreat Lakes Energy Fight: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a key permit for Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac, calling it “not contrary to the public interest” even as Michigan’s Supreme Court still leaves parts of the project tied up in state review. Air Pollution Impacts: A new report says Ontario wildfire smoke exposed more than 19 million people in the U.S. and Canada to “hazardous” air on July 16, with tens of millions more facing unhealthy conditions. Wildfire Cost to Michigan: Researchers estimate mid-July wildfire smoke caused at least $6.68 billion in losses across the region, including $6.68B in Michigan, hitting businesses, events, and worker health. PFAS & Water: A new national look at PFAS “forever chemicals” highlights ongoing drinking-water contamination and the scale of exposure, including from firefighting foam. Food Safety: FDA investigators began inspecting Taylor Farms’ Mexico operation tied to the cyclospora outbreak, with concerns that contamination may have occurred weeks before illnesses surfaced. Local Climate Planning: Extension educators promote “climate analogs” to help farmers plan for future heat, drought, and shifting rainfall. Native Plants: A Michigan opinion piece celebrates native plant gains while noting which species struggle in real yards. Housing/Insurance Equity: A report finds homeowners in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods pay hundreds more for insurance than white communities, raising redlining concerns.
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