AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoExtreme Heat & Air Quality: Hoosiers are facing dangerous summer conditions, with an Air Quality Alert for the Tri-State tied to fine particle pollution (PM2.5) and ground-level ozone—fireworks are expected to worsen PM2.5 during the Fourth of July weekend. Heat on Workers: Indiana outdoor laborers are being urged to avoid exposure, but many can’t—heat is raising the risk of heat stroke and injuries on the job. Climate Outlook: A new Indiana climate recap shows spring 2026 was among the warmest on record, while forecasts warn hotter days are ahead. Data Centers & Farmland Concerns: Indiana is moving forward with a zoning plan for data centers despite backlash, and rural residents worry about impacts on land, energy, and water. PFAS Policy: EPA proposed UCMR 6 for PFAS and other contaminants, while declining to add microplastics. Conservation & Wildlife: Indiana DNR is taking nature art and photos for next year’s hunting/fishing/trapping hard cards, and a local museum is offering free teacher preview days. Local Environment Governance: A St. Joseph River drinking water protection effort is highlighted as a key local priority.
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