AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoData Centers & Local Power: Amazon’s AWS says it will spend $1B over five years on communities hosting data centers, touting “no surprises” on local electricity bills and publishing annual energy and water use—while residents and critics keep pressing on power, water, and transparency. Virginia Water Watch: At a regional water meeting, the Virginia Department of Health praised Richmond’s post-2025 water-plant improvements as “extraordinary,” saying state funds won’t replace local spending for filter overhauls. Affordable Housing Innovation: Richmond Habitat for Humanity is testing 3D-printed geopolymer wall panels for an Eastern Henrico affordable housing project, supported by a Virginia Housing innovation grant and university partners. Wildlife & Gardens: A fall guide highlights purple nectar plants to help hummingbirds through the “nectar gap.” Shenandoah Fall Color: Shenandoah National Park reports it’s still “several weeks” from peak foliage and will post weekly fall updates plus live webcams. Outdoor Health: Reporting warns that lone star ticks are driving more cases of alpha-gal syndrome, with practical tips for tick season.
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