AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Conservation & Community Awards: Cope Environmental Center in Centerville honored four sustainability leaders at its Aug. 22 gala, including a long-time volunteer and a Richmond business for energy, water, and waste reductions. Data Centers & Local Governance: Jeffersonville approved a one-year data center moratorium to update zoning rules, joining other Southern Indiana cities moving to slow or reshape the boom. Wildlife & Habitat Concerns: A 4-foot alligator was safely captured in Southern Indiana and sent to a rehab center, while wildlife experts in Virginia warn data centers could strain water and threaten species like box turtles. Public Health: CDC expanded the cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states tied to shredded iceberg lettuce, with Michigan reporting the first U.S. deaths. State Policy & Privacy: Vermont joined a multi-state privacy regulators consortium that includes Indiana, aiming to strengthen consumer control over personal data. Indiana Agriculture & Water: Clean Water Indiana cost-share funds are available for cover crops and invasive plant removal. Business & Sustainability: Republic Services highlighted nearly $1 billion in 2025 sustainability investments, including RNG and fleet electrification. Indiana Environment Watch: A new report ranked Indiana’s deadliest animal as the eastern copperhead.
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