AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHeat & Storm Risk: A Heat Advisory is set for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry, with “feels like” temps topping 105+ and little chance of cooling rain, while South Carolina’s Upstate also faces a medium threat for strong to severe storms Tuesday. Invasive Species Response: USDA is making $35 million available for feral swine eradication partnerships across multiple states including South Carolina, aiming to protect farms, wildlife habitat, soils, and water quality. School Climate & Waste Education: SCDES is rolling out back-to-school environmental resources and grants, including K-12 Recycling Education Grant options for recycling/composting and food waste reduction. Outdoor Safety After Extreme Heat: A Richland County jury awarded $4.8 million in a heat-stroke case tied to a 2022 outdoor football practice, finding the district grossly negligent and prompting an appeal. Local Environment Watch: SCDNR reports rising manatee sightings along the South Carolina coast, adding to attention on coastal wildlife during hot weather. Energy & Industry: Century Aluminum’s Mt. Holly expansion in Berkeley County is set to boost domestic primary aluminum output and add jobs, while raising the question of how emissions and oversight keep pace with growth.
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