AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLine 5 Fight: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer filed a response brief in Enbridge’s federal lawsuit over the Line 5 dual pipelines, arguing Michigan can enforce its decision to revoke Enbridge’s easement and warning the exposed pipeline poses an “unparalleled risk” to the Great Lakes. Pipeline Safety: A new Line 5 incident in Wisconsin-Michigan followed a semi truck rolling into an excavation site and hitting exposed pipe, triggering a natural gas liquids release that was quickly isolated—adding fresh fuel to calls for work stoppages and stricter safety scrutiny. Water Health: A harmful algae bloom was confirmed at Lake Cadillac, with health officials posting advisories urging people to avoid water contact, not drink untreated surface water, and keep pets away. Local Climate Planning: Ingham County is building a Sustainability Action Plan with environmental justice at the center, using emissions and vulnerability assessments plus community input. Lead Line Replacement: Jackson continues replacing lead water service lines, reporting progress from about 11,000 lead lines to around 9,000 and targeting hundreds more in the next two years. Great Lakes Invasives: Great Lakes groups renewed pressure to restart an invasive carp barrier project after invasive carp moved closer toward Lake Michigan. Cyber & Power: A new pushback against data centers is gaining momentum as communities weigh power, water, and infrastructure limits, while more than 100 firms urge stronger defenses against AI-enabled cyberattacks.
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