AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEU Climate & Energy Policy: Eurostat data shows EU environmental tax revenue hit €371.9bn in 2024 (+6.1%), led by energy taxes (€287bn) and followed by transport (€67bn) and pollution/resource levies (€17.9bn); Sweden saw the steepest drop (-17.7%). Clean Transition Support: Latvia’s Social Climate Plan won EU backing, mobilising €617m (2026–2032) for cleaner buildings, sustainable transport, EVs, trains and micro-mobility, with support for vulnerable households and transport users. Heat & Efficiency Push: Thailand’s trade office urges air-conditioner makers to target Europe as a record heatwave boosts demand; exports rose sharply, with heat-pump models surging and Northern Europe (including Sweden) showing big year-on-year gains. Plastic & Microplastics at Home: A growing trend is replacing plastic kitchen sponges with coconut-bristle, zero-plastic brushes to cut microplastic release and reduce environmental impact. Biodiversity & Wildlife Rescue: A beluga rescue operation is underway in Chicago after whales were moved from Canada, raising fresh animal welfare debate. Health & Food Safety: US officials are tracking cyclosporiasis, warning of prolonged diarrhea and urging careful food handling.
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