AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGrid Reliability Fight: The U.S. Department of Energy is blocking billions in grants meant to strengthen the electric grid, leaving utilities and states waiting on transmission and reliability upgrades. Missouri Power Update: Missouri DNR awarded a $3 million grant to City Utilities of Springfield for pole, transformer, and vegetation work aimed at fewer outages and less risk of environmental contamination. Gas Plant Pushback: Ameren Missouri is defending its proposed West Alton Energy Center natural gas plant outside St. Louis as critics warn it could lock in long-term fossil fuel dependence. Water System Watch: A Missouri state audit of Willard found no fraud, but flagged major water-loss and management problems that are driving tens of millions of gallons lost each year. Wildlife & Forestry: MU Extension and partners will host a free forest and wildlife field day in Callaway County, highlighting habitat improvements and prescribed fire practices. Conservation Calendar: MDC is offering multiple free September programs at Meramec and Caldwell Memorial Wildlife Areas, including hikes and outdoor skills. Public Input on Contamination: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is holding a public meeting on environmental work at a former missile site at Offutt Air Force Base, with updated groundwater plume maps and sampling results. Dead Zone Update: Scientists report a smaller Gulf of Mexico “dead zone” than expected, tied to storm-driven mixing, while long-term nitrogen and phosphorus reductions remain the goal.
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