AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoE-waste Dumping Allegations: Environmental groups in the Philippines say suspected US e-waste shipments—plus plastic waste—have entered Subic Bay Freeport since March, with GPS-tracked containers allegedly stored and processed there, raising fears of the country becoming a hazardous waste dumping ground. Heat & Public Health: A Paris court is set to rule Thursday on a landmark climate case that could force TotalEnergies to cut oil and gas output, as Europe’s heatwave keeps breaking records and straining power, schools, and hospitals. Cooling Access Debate: France’s red-heat alerts are fueling a political fight over air conditioning—some see it as lifesaving, others worry about energy and emissions. EVs & Emissions Claims: India’s TVS says it has rolled out its one-millionth iQube e-scooter, touting large CO2 savings, while Shell unveils the “Triple 10” EV concept aimed at faster charging and lower lifecycle emissions. Clean Shipping Push: DHL plans to use wind-powered cargo vessels from French startup Vela, targeting major emissions cuts versus air freight. PFAS Accountability: The US reached a multistate settlement with Chemours over “forever chemicals,” including penalties and long-term cleanup and controls. Water & Climate Risk: An El Niño preparedness piece warns of hotter, wetter conditions that can boost disease-carrying pests and urges community action to reduce standing water.
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