AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLocal Climate Playbook: A new analysis argues local governments are quietly driving climate and health solutions when national policy stalls, using examples from a South Asia heatwave made far more likely by human-caused warming. Water Ruling: The U.S. Supreme Court approved a settlement to curb Rio Grande groundwater pumping, including retiring some New Mexico water rights, to stabilize supplies for New Mexico and Texas. Colorado Tech & AI Governance: Colorado’s state technology office laid off about 173 staff and overhauled operations, while Colorado also moved to retool its AI rules again—aiming to tighten risk-based oversight for consequential decisions. Quantum in Colorado: Quantinuum plans a U.S. IPO targeting a $12.7B valuation, with multiple quantum systems located in Colorado. Space & Defense: Buckley Space Force Base will host a portable nuclear microreactor by 2028 to reduce reliance on the civilian grid. Cybersecurity: A Beacon Mutual cyberattack exposed personal data tied to Rhode Island workers’ comp, highlighting ongoing risks for government-linked vendors. STEM in Schools: STEM School Highlands Ranch is seeking a second campus in Littleton to handle growth.
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