AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSeabed Mining: A Senate bill could make it harder for future administrations to reverse mining approvals. A planned lease area is about 47 miles from Guam, raising the stakes ahead of a Dec. 16 sale near the Marianas. Coral Reefs: A global assessment finds 96% of reefs at high risk of collapse, but Guam’s reefs are faring comparatively well. Local efforts aim to increase their genetic diversity; NOAA has Guam under a coral bleaching watch. Island Research: UOG is offering up to $100,000 for two-year projects on issues including reef protection, watershed restoration and coastal resilience. A new fisheries education program will combine science, traditional knowledge and safer, sustainable fishing practices. Food and Farming: UOG researchers highlight how tiny soil nematodes can damage Guam crops, including banana, papaya and calamansi, while other species support soil health. Military Expansion: The Air Force is preparing an environmental review of plans for more than 6,000 annual aircraft operations at four CNMI airfields, assessing potential effects on communities and the environment.
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