AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLiving Building Housing: Durham’s Alma Street Commons broke ground as North Carolina’s first Living Building Challenge-certified affordable development, using solar and net-zero carbon design to handle 90+ degree summers. Data Center Scrutiny: Charlotte approved a five-month moratorium on new data center construction to slow rapid growth and protect “clean air, clean water,” while state law limits what can be paused. Hurricane Helene Recovery Funding: U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards announced $172.9M in FEMA Hazard Mitigation and Public Assistance grants for western NC, including $18.1M for Henderson County waterway debris removal and major road and sewer repairs. Fire Risk: Brunswick County issued a burn ban for unincorporated areas due to drought and elevated fire danger. PFAS Update: NC Water Quality Association testimony says PFAS levels have dropped over 90% and urges monitoring and minimization for biosolids. Heat & Air Quality: Forecasts warn of hot, muggy weather with storm chances and ozone concerns, including Code Orange alerts.
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