AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoNor’easter Aftermath in Hampton Roads: Dominion Energy says salt from last weekend’s storm is being reactivated by rain, leaving more than 22,000 customers without power in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and the Peninsula as crews replace salt-damaged equipment. Data Centers vs. Water Demands: A proposed Amazon Web Services data center in Indiana is drawing downstream concern over how much river water would be needed for cooling, even as the company emphasizes mostly outdoor air cooling. Local Pushback on Amazon’s Buildout: Amazon announced a $1 billion “Built Together” program for communities hosting data centers, but residents and officials continue to question impacts on electricity, water, and local planning. Wildlife Health in Chesapeake Bay: A new study finds osprey breeding success is much lower in saltwater systems than freshwater ones, with Chesapeake Bay among regions showing reproductive deficits. Climate Case Watch: Environmentalists are closely tracking Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas in a major climate change case, noting his past alignment with state-focused climate damage arguments. Virginia Weather for Saturday: Rain and possible thunderstorms are forecast around kickoff for Virginia’s road game at Florida State, with humidity making conditions feel hotter.
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