AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBuilding & Refrigerants: California’s updated Title 24 energy rules plus EPA AIM Act refrigerant phase-down are forcing commercial HVAC redesigns across the Central Valley, making “piecemeal” fixes harder and pushing owners toward full compliant replacements. Estuary Funding: North Carolina DEQ and EPA-backed Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Partnership awarded $298,963 for eight community engagement and stewardship projects aimed at boosting resilience and protecting waterways. Water Crisis: Lake Mead hit record-low levels, underscoring how drought and climate change are squeezing the Colorado River system that feeds major cities and agriculture. Air Quality & Wildfire Smoke: Wildfire smoke is expected to drift into Massachusetts, with some areas seeing moderate conditions and guidance to limit outdoor activity for sensitive groups. Food Safety: Taylor Fresh Foods recalled jalapeño products in multiple states over possible salmonella contamination, following a separate cyclospora-linked recall tied to iceberg lettuce. Cybersecurity for Utilities: Experts warn operational technology attacks are shifting toward physical destruction, as federal agencies investigate suspected Iran-linked intrusions into U.S. water systems. Food Label Myth: A new explainer breaks down “sell by,” “best by,” and “use by” dates to curb unnecessary food waste.
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