AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEnergy & Grid Reliability: West Virginia lawmakers and regulators are pushing to keep aging coal plants running for base-load power on PJM, arguing emergency rules and rapid cycling are shortening equipment life. Climate Policy Shift: The Trump EPA finalized major rollbacks of carbon emissions rules for coal- and gas-fired plants, citing huge compliance-cost savings. Flood Response Uncertainty: FEMA’s role in West Virginia flood recovery is under strain, with lawmakers hearing that future federal aid delivery may change amid agency upheaval. Water Infrastructure Funding: WVU and Marshall’s Grant Resources Center are teaming with the governor’s office to help communities win grants under the state’s Clean, Clear Water Strategy. Local Utilities: The Public Service Commission approved Fayette County utility sales to West Virginia American Water, with conditions tied to a court injunction. AI in Higher Ed: Marshall University named its first chief academic AI officer to balance innovation with integrity, privacy, and misinformation concerns. Public Safety Tech: A federal engineering study says emergency radio coverage in Pendleton and Pocahontas counties can improve without breaking the National Radio Quiet Zone. Data Privacy: Data broker Radaris lost domains in a privacy fight after a judge ordered transfers tied to New Jersey’s Daniel’s Law. STEM & Community: WVU’s Engineers Without Borders is hosting a 5K to support clean drinking water work in West Virginia.
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