AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoClimate Finance & Risk: Zurich Insurance says about US$165 billion in ASEAN renewable energy assets face climate hazards by 2030, with resilience spending of roughly US$13 billion potentially avoiding up to US$82 billion in losses. Deep-Sea Biodiversity: Scientists report a vast “whale graveyard” in the Indian Ocean—up to 10 million whale remains across more than 1,000 sq km—offering a rare look at what happens after whale falls. Urban Nature: Japan’s Miyawaki micro-forests are spreading from Tokyo to Delhi, using dense native planting to cool cities and restore wildlife habitat. Food, Fuel & the Environment: As oil prices rise, forecasts warn biofuel demand could surge, tightening links between energy policy and food price pressure. Nature Protection in Practice: France added protections for 157,000 hectares of forest, while Cambodia urged people to join its 1 million trees/year campaign. UK Land Use Fight: In North Yorkshire, booming bitterns are being used to argue against a luxury tourism and retirement plan at a nature reserve. Health & Climate: India’s dengue season is shifting earlier, with rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns blamed for the spread. Climate Adaptation Planning: Lower Hutt (NZ) was selected for an EU-backed project to protect vulnerable residents from extreme heat.
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