AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPFAS Watch: A new Delaware River Basin Commission report finds “forever chemicals” are still widespread across the basin—showing higher levels downstream toward the Delaware Bay—and calls for long-term regional coordination, with a June 15 public webinar and an interactive map. Offshore Wind & Permits: Delaware’s Supreme Court upheld a state-backed override tied to an offshore wind-related electrical substation permit, dealing a blow to “local control” arguments from Sussex County. Coastal Resilience: University of Delaware meteorology student Thomas Florio is helping improve hurricane damage simulations aimed at forecasting impacts before landfall, as NOAA predicts a below-normal hurricane season. Emergency Preparedness: Sussex County hosted practical hurricane-season planning sessions in Millville, including guidance on hazards mitigation and community readiness. Public Lands: Cape Henlopen State Park’s aging fishing pier is facing more closures due to structural problems, with leaders urged to commit to a full replacement rather than repeated repairs. Boating Safety: The BoatUS Foundation expanded its free, state-approved boating safety course to 15 additional states, including Delaware, adding environmental stewardship to the curriculum. Local Accountability: Delaware DOJ ordered felony charges dropped against four Delaware State University students tied to a Rehoboth Beach bandstand “takeover” incident, after the NAACP raised concerns about the city’s response. Air Pollution Risk: A new analysis highlights how diesel backup generators at data centers can harm public health even when used rarely, raising pressure for cleaner power and stronger controls.
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