AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoOcean Monitoring Cuts: The Trump administration is dismantling the Ocean Observatories Initiative, pulling hundreds of deep-sea sensors from waters off Oregon and elsewhere—meaning key long-term climate and marine data streams will go dark even as some past data remains online. Wildlife Health Watch: Researchers warn that emaciated grey whales washing up along the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia may signal a wider unusual mortality event tied to stressors like pollutants. Forest Resilience in Southern Oregon: The BLM is seeking public input on a Jackson County plan to salvage dead and dying trees and thin fuels in the Applegate and Lake Creek areas to reduce wildfire risk. Malheur Restoration Deal: The Malheur National Forest signed a 20-year stewardship agreement with Iron Triangle LLC to restore landscapes, reduce wildfire risk, and support local jobs through forest products. Local Conservation & Community: Portland Community College is expanding preschool access via Multnomah County’s Preschool for All, adding nature-based seats and new infant-toddler classrooms. Education Fundraiser: Bend students collected 400+ used sneakers to keep shoes out of landfills and raise money for The Environmental Center.
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