AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHeat & Atmosphere: Southern Saskatchewan is seeing a spring heatwave driven by an “omega block” that stalls weather systems, pulling warm, humid air north. Tropical Forecasting: NOAA and Colorado State University expect the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season to be slightly less active, with El Niño boosting wind shear that can suppress storm growth. Plastics & Waste: A guide warns that plastic bags and other “plastic films” often clog recycling equipment and can persist for centuries in landfills, pushing people toward safer disposal and reuse. Climate Finance for Coasts: Vietnam launched a national blue carbon partnership to turn mangroves and seagrass restoration into climate-resilience and green-finance assets. Water Governance: Greater Wellington’s transfer agreement moves water services to Tiaki Wai from 1 July, but critics flag risks in the reform model. Renewables Push (Ghana): Ghana plans to scale solar, mini-grids and rooftop systems beyond pilots, aiming for bankable investment pipelines. Corporate Climate Claims: Bracell says it removed 6 million tons of CO₂ (2020–2025) and expanded forest monitoring with flux towers.
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