AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVermont Health & Environment: UVM researchers won a new NIH/NIEHS grant to study what drives rare DNA damage that leads to melanoma, aiming for better prevention tied to different cancer-causing exposures. Climate Resilience & Power: Green Mountain Power says its Vermont virtual power plant kicked in during early-July heat, pulling 90 megawatts to cut an estimated $6 million in peak costs for customers. Flood Risk & Emergency Funding: Gov. Phil Scott backed a lawsuit challenging a Trump rule that would condition emergency preparedness funding on immigration and election demands, warning Vermont needs disaster money when storms hit. Local Policy & Affordability: Vermont Democrats vying for House and Senate seats in the Montpelier area focused on affordability and flood mitigation at ORCA Media/The Bridge forums. Waste & Circularity: ANR and the 131° School of Composting opened registration for a 2026 Vermont Compost Operator Certification training in Williston. Wildlife & Conservation: A Vermont lake is tied to research on transmissible fish cancer, while scientists also reported a newly discovered “demon” cavefish genus in Alabama. Community Sustainability: A Vermont wedding-industry story highlights how venues and vendors are trying to reduce waste and emissions through greener planning and permaculture-style land use.
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