AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMarianas Deep-Sea Mining: Guam and CNMI voices are clashing over whether new federal rules and modern robotics can protect ocean ecosystems while funding island needs; Guam senators are also pushing back on fast-track permitting after a House panel rejected a Moylan amendment to block seabed mining from expedited review. Marine Energy Watch: University of Guam and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are weighing Tanguisson for OTEC and South Tumon Bay for seawater air conditioning, with researchers leaning toward offshore OTEC to avoid costly pipe runs. STEM & Health Research: A new study links a dietary compound tied to ALS-PDC risk to gut inflammation in zebrafish and mice, strengthening the gut–brain axis idea. School Infrastructure: Tiyan High School repairs are largely done, but a Sept. 11 health inspection will decide whether students return—possibly on a double-session schedule. Defense Tech: The Marine Corps is seeking CT scanners for automated inspection of cracked body armor plates, with Guam included in the planned rollout. Local Funding: Guam’s Section 30 payment is set at $105M, including a nearly $20M adjustment tied to delayed IRS certifications.
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