AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildfire Smoke and Pregnancy: A new study using data from 64.5 million pregnancies finds wildfire smoke is eroding gains from cleaner air rules, with fire-related pollution linked to about 65% of days when pollution exceeded federal standards. Chesapeake Boating Tips: A Maryland boating guide highlights simple ways to prevent fuel and oil pollution—slow down while fueling, keep up maintenance, and use spill-prevention supplies—to protect rivers, creeks, and the Bay. Right Whales in Shipping Lanes: Two endangered North Atlantic right whales were spotted in Maryland’s busy shipping corridor, raising fears of ship strikes in heavily trafficked waters where the species is especially vulnerable. Local Climate Science in Baltimore: Morgan State-linked researchers are expanding local weather monitoring through community partnerships like Plantation Park Heights Urban Farm, aiming to help farmers and students use real data for better growing decisions. Maryland Energy Grants: The Trump administration admitted canceling Maryland energy grants for political reasons, including about $83 million tied to Maryland institutions and companies. Dorchester Fire Research Campus: Fire & Risk Alliance is moving a major fire testing and research facility to Cambridge, projecting hundreds of jobs as it builds an emission-controlled research campus. Waterfowl Hunting Permits: DNR posted the Deal Island and Fairmount impoundment schedule and permit process for the upcoming duck season.
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