AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSEC Climate Rollback: The U.S. SEC has formally proposed rescinding its 2024 climate disclosure rule, cutting standardized reporting on climate risks and emissions—sparking fears investors will lose key transparency. California Cap-and-Invest Fight: California air regulators approved major updates to cap-and-invest, including giving away billions in allowances for free to some polluters; environmental groups call it a retreat while industry says it protects jobs and energy costs. Polluter Pays Push: Zimbabwe gazetted “polluter pays” environmental liability rules, making polluters responsible for remediation and restoration, with criminal and civil penalties. Data Center Water & Power Concerns: In Montana, a proposed Quantica data center buildout is raising alarms over massive gas-fired power plans and potential water demand for cooling. Climate Risk Ahead of El Niño: Southern Africa is bracing for drought risk tied to a predicted strong El Niño in the 2026/27 rainy season, with officials urging earlier mitigation and adaptation. Local Climate Planning: Canada’s Collingwood unveiled a sustainable plan targeting at least 55% emissions cuts by 2040, warning emissions could rise without action. Reforestation in Action: El Salvador is expanding nationwide tree planting under #MOPVerde, with weekend events and community participation.
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