AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMicroplastics Push: Delaware AG Kathy Jennings joined a multi-state push urging the EPA to do more than study microplastics in drinking water—calling for expanded monitoring and a clearer path toward regulation. PFAS Cleanup Funding: EPA awarded Delaware $10.1 million for local PFAS cleanup, with a focus on stopping contamination at the source plus monitoring and public education. Brownfield Progress in Lewes: DNREC approved a former Army Reserve Center site in Lewes as a certified brownfield, unlocking up to $600,000 for hazardous materials testing and cleanup planning. Wind Permitting Win: Delaware AG Jennings celebrated the end of a Trump-era federal wind permitting freeze appeal, framing it as a win for clean energy and the rule of law. Endangered Wildlife Update: An endangered Atlantic sturgeon was found dead at Bailie Beach; officials conducted a necropsy to determine cause and support research. Local Water Safety: Multiple states posted beach closures or advisories due to high bacteria levels, underscoring ongoing public health risks from contaminated water. Delaware Bay Horseshoe Crabs: Delaware surveys show the horseshoe crab population nearing recovery, with statewide monitoring helping track progress.
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