AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoChlordecone Compensation Moves Forward: France has put into force a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for victims and setting priorities like faster cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, stronger disease research, and better care. EU Trade & Climate Rules: EU ministers agreed to tighten when the bloc can suspend the carbon emission fee on imports, aiming to reduce uncertainty for low-carbon investment; suspension would only be proposed if strict criteria are met, including a major price jump. Local Energy Debate: On Greece’s Milos island, the municipal council unanimously opposed any geothermal activity, citing risks to the inhabited island’s environment, quality of life, culture, and tourism—an example of how local identity can shape energy projects. Community & Culture: Guadeloupe’s inaugural Kréyòl Pride is set for late July, with organizers saying the goal is unity across LGBTQIA+ people, locals, allies, and the diaspora.
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