AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPrivacy & Policing: Flock Safety’s automated license-plate reader contracts are being canceled or not renewed in multiple states as officials cite privacy and data governance concerns, including disputes over data ownership and sharing. Clean Tech & Climate: California approved the nation’s first replacement tire efficiency standards, with “leaf” labeling aimed at cutting fuel/electricity costs and projected CO2 reductions. Ocean & Research: UMaine researchers are using AI to identify what “marine snow” particles contain, helping track how carbon and nutrients move to the deep sea. Rhode Island Wildlife: A marine mammal stranded in shallow water at a Narragansett beach was rescued by a beachgoer who guided it back to deeper water. Local Conservation & Education: URI’s Switzer Environmental Fellow winner is advancing culturally grounded work on sustainable agriculture and food systems. DEM Outdoors: Rhode Island DEM’s Fish and Wildlife is rolling out free fall programs on bats, bears, and hunter education. Offshore Wind Backslide: The Trump administration is paying companies billions to stop offshore wind projects, including lease buyouts.
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