AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoIndiana Energy Policy: Indiana AG Todd Rokita filed to block the scheduled 2028 closure of the AEP Rockport coal plant, arguing the decision should be made by Hoosiers, not courts, and warning about impacts to affordable, reliable power. Storm Impacts on Wildlife Nonprofits: After Northwest Indiana storms, Humane Indiana Wildlife reported damage including fallen trees and enclosure harm, while staff said animals were checked and no injuries were found. Wetlands Mitigation Scrutiny: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says Indiana’s wetlands program isn’t meeting required timelines, as landowners have paid into the system while many mitigation projects stall—raising questions about water quality and flooding impacts. Public Health: Michigan’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has surged past 10,700 cases, with officials pointing to possible produce sources and urging careful washing and trimming of leafy greens. Coal Ash Permitting Fight: A coalition led by AG Kwame Raoul opposed an EPA proposal that could let coal-ash disposal facilities bypass stronger federal scrutiny. Heat Risk: NOAA forecasts above-normal temperatures across much of the U.S. through mid-August, with dangerous heat and limited overnight relief.
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