AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCoastal Resilience: Delaware is weighing new flood-fighting steps after the recent nor’easter, including an inflatable dam at Bethany Beach’s Loop Canal and interim road elevation plans near Indian River Inlet as officials seek federal help to keep Route 1 and other hotspots from getting hit again. Watershed Pollution: A new multi-state survey found microplastics in every Delaware River Watershed site tested, including Delaware waterways like the Christina River, raising concerns about wildlife exposure and how plastics can carry other contaminants. Water Supply Planning: The Delaware River Basin Commission released a screening report on surface water availability in key tributaries, flagging where deeper study is needed to protect public water supply during future drought conditions. Community Science: The Great River Cleanup is launching an animation-led education effort and a “River Rover” floating lab to help young people track river health and debris. Hunting Rules Update: DNREC updated Delaware hunting guidance for 18- to 20-year-olds after a state Supreme Court ruling reinstated some direct supervision requirements for certain firearms. Delaware Energy Debate: The Caesar Rodney Institute is urging Delaware to consider sustainably harvested wood as part of an “all-of-the-above” energy strategy, alongside solar, wind, nuclear, and storage. Upcoming Coast Day: UD’s Coast Day returns Oct. 4 at the Lewes campus, with hands-on science, tours, and exhibits focused on protecting Delaware’s coasts and waters.
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