AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoClimate Diplomacy: UN climate chief Simon Stiell says global climate governance faces a “defining test” as fossil-fuel dependence and geopolitical shocks raise the stakes for faster renewables. World Environment Day: Kenya will host World Environment Day at Olkalau, Nyandarua, highlighting Aberdare’s water-and-biodiversity role and pushing a “global call for climate action.” Fiji Environment Law: Fiji’s Environment Department rejected a Vuda Point waste-to-energy EIA, citing unresolved health, waste, infrastructure, tourism, and economic risks; the developer has until July 3 to appeal. Climate Finance: GEF approved a $3.9bn replenishment and new environmental projects as Uzbekistan signals it will become a donor country. Farm Resilience: Britam paid Ksh97.3m in climate insurance claims to 400,000+ farmers and pastoralists across East Africa. Energy & Power Demand: New Brunswick residents in Lorneville oppose a hyperscale data centre plan that could become a major carbon emitter and consume 390MW. Food & Forests: China agreed to buy deforestation-free Brazilian beef, betting traceability can drive demand despite a price premium. Corporate Accountability: A new report says anti-Muslim attacks in France surged 88% in 2025, including a sharp rise in pig carcass/pork incidents outside mosques.
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