AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoOffshore Wind Legal Fight: Seven Northeastern states, including Vermont lawmakers, sued the Trump administration over a deal to refund nearly $1 billion to TotalEnergies after the company agreed to abandon offshore wind leases—arguing the agreement breaks federal law and undercuts energy and climate goals. Hydropower for Vermont: Burlington Electric Department signed new hydropower power purchase agreements, including output tied to Maine’s Skelton Hydro facility and a 10-year deal for Connecticut’s Wyre Wynd project. Wake Boat Crackdown: Vermont will tighten wake sports rules starting June 11, limiting wake boats to designated zones on 18 lakes and imposing $300 fines for violations, aiming to reduce shoreline erosion and protect wildlife. Severe Weather Watch: Saturday could bring damaging wind gusts and large hail across parts of the Northeast, with a higher tornado risk in northern Ohio and western Pennsylvania. Farm-to-School Agroforestry: Smokey House Center in Danby won a Farm to School grant to install a berry alley cropping system, bringing hundreds of students to help build a diversified perennial food setup. Northern Lights: NOAA says there’s a chance the aurora could be visible in Vermont tonight, though clouds may get in the way. Lake & Wildlife Care: Vermont Fish & Wildlife reminded anglers to avoid disturbing spawning sea lamprey in the Connecticut River basin, and officials urged safer swimming and paddling as waters remain dangerously cold. Community Gardens: Franklin County’s community gardens are expanding, giving residents hands-on growing skills and a place to connect.
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