AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says seabed mining permits could start “within months,” after a 2025 order to speed reviews and expand access to critical minerals—raising fresh concerns for Guam and nearby waters. Invasive Species Funding: The U.S. House approved Rep. Ed Case and Rep. James Moylan’s National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act, aiming for early detection and rapid response with $10M annually (2027–2033). Local BTS Snake Control: Joint Region Marianas and the University of Guam launched “Båsta BTS” to help military families learn, spot, and protect native species by stopping brown treesnake spread to neighboring islands. Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dujuan is pulling north of the Marianas; Guam sees scattered showers and isolated storms, with a moderate rip-current risk and seas 5–8 feet. Ocean Energy Ideas: A Guam townhall highlighted ocean thermal energy, seawater air conditioning, and wave power as lower-impact options to reduce reliance on imported diesel. Recycling/Property Accountability: Guam’s Chamorro Land Trust Commission says Global Recycling has occupied CLTC property for years without proper authorization, calling for review and compliance.
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