AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCoal Push in NC: President Trump says he’ll use the Defense Production Act to pour about $700 million into coal plants and a new export terminal, including funding that covers North Carolina among 13 states—raising fresh concerns about pollution and long-term energy choices. Data Center vs. Water/Power: North Carolina lawmakers advanced a bill to add guardrails on data center development while also tying it to keeping Duke Energy’s coal generation online until nuclear is approved, as residents question impacts on electricity and water. Western NC Water Quality: DEQ kicked off its recreational water quality sampling season in Western North Carolina, testing for E. coli across major river basins to help swimmers and paddlers find safer spots. Ocean Monitoring Cutbacks: The U.S. is moving to dismantle parts of a major ocean observing system, with instruments slated to be removed from waters including off North Carolina, worrying scientists who rely on the data for climate and marine forecasts. Recycling Deal: Gordon Recyclers says it acquired Lowe Fur & Herb in North Wilkesboro, aiming to expand local scrap recycling services. Fishing Regulation: NC set 2026 recreational flounder season dates for Sept. 1–14 with consistent rules across jurisdictions.
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