AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUranium in the Cibola National Forest: The U.S. Forest Service opened a 30-day public comment period on the proposed Roca Honda uranium mine near Grants, starting Sept. 14, with an underground operation expected to last about 21 years. Local Land Decisions: Sandoval County commissioners unanimously opposed a Cochiti Pueblo land transfer tied to Forest Service Road 268, after public comments raised concerns about access and past flooding impacts. Project Jupiter Scrutiny: Doña Ana County heard Oracle and Bloom Energy environmental plans for the Project Jupiter data center, including a push for up to 2 GW of renewables—while the site still relies on natural-gas fuel cells for power. Wildfire & Heat Pressure: New Mexico weather coverage flagged record-challenging heat and a monsoon return later next week, underscoring conditions that can worsen fire risk. Water Governance: Arizona’s Central Arizona Project board questioned federal Colorado River water reclamation guidelines, arguing they unfairly target lower basin states. Endangered Species Act Fight: A coalition of states, including Michigan, sued to block ESA rule changes that narrow protections for habitat impacts. Food Security for Students: New Mexico expanded campus food pantry and emergency meal support for 28 colleges and universities with $586,000 in new funding.
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