AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoGreat Lakes at Risk: Scientists warn Great Lakes lake whitefish could vanish from parts of the region within five years as invasive zebra and quagga mussels disrupt the food web. Michigan Courts & Energy: Michigan Supreme Court rulings overturn Line 5 tunnel approvals, forcing regulators to redo environmental review—an issue tied directly to Great Lakes protection. Water Security: Michigan joined Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on water systems; the FBI is investigating whether intrusions match activity linked to Iranian hackers, while officials stress systems are operating safely. Climate & Health: A “perfect storm” of heat, wind, and wildfire conditions drove severe smoke across the Northern Hemisphere, with black carbon affecting about 20% of land area. Forests Under Pressure: A long-term Michigan study tracks how climate change, deer pressure, invasive species, and disease may reshape what trees can regenerate next. Sustainable Building: Michigan’s new mass timber resource guide aims to help builders adopt taller wood construction. Wildlife & Research: Teams explore sea lamprey control by targeting chemical signals, and MSU researchers study how fossilized plants can reveal ancient atmosphere carbon patterns.
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