AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoData Center Water & Groundwater Pressure: Two Virginia state senators (Richard Stuart and Russet Perry) are urging a special session after a DEQ groundwater report warned new industries like data centers could strain supplies, citing estimates of millions of gallons per day at scale. Environmental Justice in Permitting: DEQ is drafting guidance to address cumulative pollution impacts in permitting, after town halls heard concerns that communities already burdened by pollution face the worst health outcomes. Flooding Hits Surry County and Mount Airy: Heavy rain and flash flooding damaged roads, bridges, public works facilities, and homes, with multiple water rescues reported as rivers rose fast. Offshore Wind Update: Dominion says its 2.6GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project is ~81% complete and now targets installing the final turbine by end of 2027. Local Infrastructure Disruptions: VDOT schedules daytime I-64 left-lane closures for tree trimming starting Aug. 10, and Chesterfield’s Speeks Drive pipe replacement brings Aug. 10-12 road closures with detours. Sustainable Landscaping Fight: A new report highlights how HOAs can block pollinator-friendly, water-saving yards—pushing lawmakers toward low-impact landscaping rules.
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