AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoData Centers: Google has dropped its request for $80 million in tax breaks for a proposed Hermantown data center, but the change has not eased local opposition. Factory Farms: Food & Water Watch is suing over a proposed Riverview dairy expansion near Morris, which could bring the herd to nearly 19,000 cows and use 226 million gallons of groundwater annually; the group says state regulators should require a full environmental review. Wildlife & Lands: The DNR is seeking public input through Nov. 18 on long-term goals for Minnesota’s wildlife and aquatic management areas. Water Quality: A new report highlights a troubling gap: Minnesotans often lack data on PFAS levels in fish. Climate Action: Minneapolis climate programs face proposed budget cuts, while the state’s community solar model—backed by more than 800 megawatts of active capacity—is drawing attention as a way to lower household energy costs.
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