AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoNuclear Power Watch: A first-of-its-kind small nuclear plant, TerraPower’s “Natrium,” is taking shape in Wyoming with $2B in taxpayer support and a goal to start generating power within four years—part of a push to speed up reactor builds for a grid that’s increasingly tied to data centers. Public Health: The Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce keeps widening, now tied to 15 states and more than 25,000 illnesses, with New Hampshire among the affected areas—another reminder that food safety and fast tracking matter. Waste & Environment: Lebanon is seeking $15.3M to expand its landfill (“phase 3”), extending service life by 19 years as it races to get state approval before capacity runs out. Energy & Grid: Regulators and utilities continue shaping the regional energy future, including ISO-NE transmission work that would increase capacity between Maine and New Hampshire. Tech & Privacy: AI note-taking apps are under scrutiny for user privacy concerns, adding pressure on how software handles personal data. STEM Community: UNH is using a $10M grant to bring STEM tutors into more New Hampshire middle schools. Local Science & Nature: Researchers are studying New Hampshire backyard wildlife preferences, while invasive jumping worms are showing up statewide and threatening soil health.
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