AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoData Center Air Pollution Fight: Spartanburg residents rallied against a nearly $3 billion data center and a proposed air permit that would add 11 natural gas-fired turbines, raising concerns about smog-forming emissions like nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds. Public Health & Wildlife: Georgetown County reported a rabid fox, urging caution around wild animals and reminding pet owners to keep vaccinations up to date. Endangered Species Act Rollback: Federal agencies finalized a rule narrowing what counts as “harm” under the Endangered Species Act, with conservation groups warning it could accelerate habitat loss for imperiled species. Extreme Summer Conditions: South Carolina braces for extreme mosquito activity this summer, driven by heat and humidity. Community Nature Access: Henry’s Nature Center opened in Saluda with free trails, native plant gardens, and educational signage—plus a future connection to the Saluda Grade Trail.
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