AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAI and Clean Power: China’s Ulanqab is pairing wind and solar power with data centres to curb the growing energy and cooling demands of AI. Household Energy: North Carolina residents may qualify for free or discounted insulation, heating and appliance upgrades, with support available to renters as well as homeowners. Palm Oil: A dietitian notes the oil’s wide use in food and cosmetics, but production can drive deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions; clear sustainability labels can help shoppers choose. Forest Climate Research: A 24-year study found forest soils absorbed more methane as conditions grew warmer and drier, suggesting some forests may help offset this potent greenhouse gas. Clean-Energy Finance: U.S. green banks are continuing to fund solar, efficiency and climate-resilience projects despite federal funding cuts, turning to private, local and philanthropic partners. Plastic Credits: Israel’s new market puts a price on verified plastic collection and recycling, but its environmental value will depend on whether it leads to more waste recovery rather than simply rewarding existing work.
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