AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoOffshore Wind Legal Fight: Seven northeastern states, including Rhode Island, sued the Trump administration over a “sham deal” that would refund about $928 million to TotalEnergies after it canceled offshore wind leases—arguing it breaks federal law and swaps clean energy and grid reliability for oil and gas. PFAS Crackdown: A state-by-state push to restrict “forever chemicals” is accelerating, with Rhode Island named among states moving ahead on disclosure and limits as regulators and investigations target PFAS in consumer products. Ocean Pollution Tech: Researchers report bacteria-based “bio-stickers” that can speed up bioplastic breakdown in marine environments, aiming to tackle plastic waste where it lingers for decades. Air Quality Alert: Rhode Island issued a statewide ozone alert for Saturday, warning unhealthy conditions for sensitive groups and urging residents to cut heavy outdoor exertion and plan activities for the morning. Road Safety: Two deadly motorcycle crashes in Southern New England in under 24 hours highlight the seasonal spike in fatalities, with AAA urging drivers to stay focused and give riders more space. Local Water Contamination Meeting: Westerly’s Bradford Community Association will host a June 11 EPA/RI DEM/RI DOH update on a contamination investigation at the Bradford Dyeing Association property.
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