AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWildfire & Forest Policy: A Grasshopper Fire burning in Oregon’s Mt. Hood National Forest is reigniting debate over “protected” public-land logging plans, after a fuel-reduction project settled a lawsuit and treated thousands of acres that are now burning. Community Solar for Low-Income Households: Construction is underway on an 800 kW community solar array on a restored Portland landfill, expected to cut power bills for up to 140 low-income households by as much as 40%. Water & PFAS in the Data Center Boom: A new report highlights how data centers are driving water demand and pushing operators toward PFAS-linked cooling methods, raising fresh concerns for Oregon’s climate and water future. Public Health: San Diego health officials warned people not to eat recalled raw-milk cheese tied to a multistate E. coli outbreak. Wildlife Safety in Southern Oregon: Ashland is asking residents to report bear and cougar sightings as fall wildlife activity increases. Habitat Work for Steelhead: Volunteers and partners are reshaping pools and adding gravel in Ashland Creek to improve spawning habitat for winter and summer steelhead.
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