AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWaste & Health: Manila’s planned 100-megawatt waste-to-energy incineration at Smokey Mountain faces renewed backlash from environmental groups and anti-poverty advocates, who cite alleged environmental violations and warn of deeper poverty and health risks. Flood Preparedness: With the rainy season starting, the Philippines is mobilizing displaced workers to help declog waterways and drainage systems across Metro Manila. Marine Protection: The Davao Gulf closed season begins, banning specific commercial fishing gear for three months to protect small pelagic fish during spawning. Climate Risk: The UN weather agency warns El Niño could be moderate to strong, raising the odds of extreme heat, drought, and heavy rainfall worldwide. Plastic-to-Fuel Push: Indonesia’s research agency unveils second-generation pyrolysis tech that turns plastic waste into industrial fuel, aiming to scale processing capacity. Renewables in Practice: India’s Pace Digitek signs a PPA for a 250 MW solar project paired with 250 MW/1100 MWh battery storage in Karnataka. Packaging Shift: India’s Mother Dairy rolls out a naturally degradable milk pouch designed to break down in soil. Biodiversity Planning: Malawi launches major biodiversity and ecosystem frameworks, pairing modern science with indigenous knowledge to curb ecological loss.
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