AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoColombia Election & Climate Policy: Right-wing outsider Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly leads in Colombia’s runoff (about 49.7% vs 48.7%), with Petro and Cepeda challenging results; his campaign signals a reversal of Petro-era climate steps, including a push to expand fossil fuel extraction and fracking. Public Health & Wildlife: New World screwworm has reappeared in the U.S. (Texas and New Mexico), threatening livestock and wildlife as the parasite returns after decades. Extreme Heat & Water Stress: A UK heatwave is driving rare red warnings near 40°C, with schools closing early and water-use limits urged—an example of how heat strains basic services. Local Governance & Accountability: In the Philippines, the Commission on Audit suspended a DENR auditor over misconduct tied to resort and scuba trips, raising questions about oversight of environmental agencies. Environment & Urban Water Quality: Reports from the U.S. capital describe algae problems at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after renovation work, with chemicals and “nanobubble” claims in the spotlight.
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