AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPFAS Testing in Salemburg: North Carolina DEQ will provide free PFAS “forever chemical” testing for wells in Salemburg, aiming to flag contamination risks in local water supplies. Hurricane Season Prep: WRAL lays out the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook as it begins June 1, with daily updates and a reminder that even a below-average year can still bring major impacts. Western NC Hazard Readiness: A Swannanoa community event offers free, individualized property assessments and guidance on landslide, wildfire, and flood risks. Forest Service Reorg Watch: Western North Carolina’s long-term research sites are expected to be spared from a broader U.S. Forest Service restructuring that threatens dozens of facilities nationwide. Clean Tech & Materials: N.C. State researchers are developing a biomass-to-synthetic graphite process using refinery equipment at reduced temperatures, targeting rising demand for battery and steel supply chains. Local Conservation Support: Mast General Store’s Land Trust Day push (June 6) will benefit Conserving Carolina, highlighting protection of wetlands, habitats, and shared public spaces. Community Resilience After Storms: A Swannanoa event and a “Protect This Place” feature focus on rebuilding resilience in Southern Appalachia after Hurricane Helene.
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